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Severe Earthquake in Tibet Region Claims 9 Lives and Traps Residents

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Severe Earthquake in Tibet Region Claims 9 Lives and Traps Residents

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  • A **magnitude 6.8 earthquake** struck western China's **Tibet autonomous region** on Tuesday morning, resulting in **nine fatalities**.
  • The quake, reported at 9:05 AM, primarily impacted **Tingri county** in Xigaze prefecture, where multiple local **rescue teams** were deployed.
  • Reports indicate that many **homes have collapsed**, with numerous individuals potentially trapped under rubble.
  • Authorities are conducting **evacuations** due to fears of **aftershocks**, which have already been felt, including one measuring **4.4 in magnitude**.
  • The **State Council has dispatched** a national task force to assist in ongoing recovery efforts and declared a **level-3 emergency response**.

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