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Recent Fatal Earthquakes in China Spark Concerns Over Seismic Safety

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A **7.1 magnitude earthquake** in western China near Nepal recently resulted in over **50 fatalities**.
This earthquake is one of the **deadliest in recent years**, raising concerns regarding seismic safety in the region.
China’s earthquakes are predominantly located on the **Tibetan Plateau**, a major seismic fault line.
Historically, devastating earthquakes have occurred, notably the **2008 Sichuan earthquake**, which killed nearly **90,000 people**.
A comprehensive list of major recent earthquakes shows a trend of increasing fatalities, starkly highlighting the risks of living in such high-risk areas.

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