An earthquake of 7.1 magnitude hit Tibet near the Nepalese border early this morning killing 126 people, with tremors felt in several parts of India, including Bihar, Assam and West Bengal. According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at 6:35 am and Xizang in Tibet was the epicenter of it.
The tremors were particularly felt in Patna, Guwahati where people were seen outside their houses and apartments.
Further, as per NCS data, two more earthquakes struck the region later in the morning.
Here are the updates:
Explained: What Caused Massive Tibet Earthquake That Killed 126 Today
A powerful earthquake struck Tibet near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people and injuring over 130. The quake, recorded at 6.8 by Chinese authorities and 7.1 by the US Geological Survey, occurred at 6:35 am in Tingri County, around 80 km north of the mountain. The tremors were felt across Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of India.
The earthquake was triggered by a rupture in the Lhasa block - an area under significant tectonic stress. This area is a hotspot for seismic activity due to the ongoing collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a process that's been shaping the Himalayas for the past 60 million years.
Death Count Rises To 126
The death count in massive earthquake in Tibet rose to 126, news agency AFP reported citing state media.
Rupture In 'Lhasa Block' Triggered Tibet Earthquake That Killed 95
A powerful earthquake struck Tibet near Mount Everest on Tuesday, killing at least 95 people and injuring over 130. The quake, recorded at 6.8 by Chinese authorities and 7.1 by the US Geological Survey, occurred at 9:05 am in Tingri County, around 80 km north of the mountain. The tremors were felt across Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of India.
The earthquake was triggered by a rupture in the Lhasa block - an area under significant tectonic stress. This area is a hotspot for seismic activity due to the ongoing collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a process that's been shaping the Himalayas for the past 60 million years.
"Russia Shares Grief": Putin On Huge Earthquake In Tibet
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday expressed his "sincerest condolences" to Chinese President Xi Jinping over a devastating earthquake in Tibet that killed at least 95 people.
"Russia shares the grief of those who have lost relatives and close ones as a result of this natural disaster, and hopes for a speedy recovery," Putin told Xi in a message posted by the Kremlin.
"Deeply Saddened": Dalai Lama On Huge Earthquake In Tibet That Killed 95
Tibet's spiritual leader the Dalai Lama said Tuesday he was "deeply saddened" and was offering prayers for those killed in a devastating earthquake in China's remote Himalayan region.
"I am deeply saddened to learn of the devastating earthquake... It has caused the tragic loss of many lives, numerous injuries, and extensive destruction to homes and property," the exiled leader said in a statement.
China Shuts Down Mt Everest Scenic Area After Earthquake Hits Tibet
China has closed for tourists the scenic areas of its side of Mt Everest, also known as Mount Qomolangma, following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake that jolted Dingri County in the Tibet Autonomous Region on Tuesday.
Dingri is home to the base camp of the world's highest peak.
According to local authorities, the staff and tourists were in safe condition after the earthquake, which hit the region at 9:05 am Tuesday (Beijing Time).
"Fifty-three people have been confirmed dead, and 62 others injured as of Tuesday noon, after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in the city of Xigaze in Xizang (Tibet) Autonomous Region at 9:05 am Tuesday," Xinhua news agency said.
Update:
The number of deaths rises to 53 after massive earthquake in Tibet: news agency AFP citing Chinese state media
- As per NCS data, two more earthquakes struck the region later in the morning.
- One of magnitude 4.7 was recorded at 7:02 AM IST, with its epicenter at latitude 28.60 degrees North and longitude 87.68 degrees East, at a depth of 10 kilometers.
- Another earthquake of magnitude 4.9 occurred at 7:07 AM IST, with its epicenter at latitude 28.68 degrees North and longitude 87.54 degrees East, at a depth of 30 kilometers.
- No reports of damage or casualties have been received so far. Further details are awaited.
Earthquake tremors felt in Bihar's Sheohar
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 on the Richter Scale hit 93 km North East of Lobuche, Nepal at 06:35:16 IST today: USGS Earthquakes
- An earthquake of magnitude 7.1 hit Tibet near the Nepalese border today, the tremors of which were felt in several parts of India, including Bihar and Assam.
- Nepal is nestled in a geologically active region, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide, forming the Himalayas and making earthquakes a frequent occurrence.
- The tremors were particularly felt in Bihar where people were seen outside their houses and apartments. There have been no reports of any damage to property because of the earthquake.
