7.0 magnitude earthquake in Tibet kills at least 16

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake in Tibet resulted in at least 16 fatalities and 32 injuries, with over 300 homes destroyed. The quake struck on October 22, 2026, at 10:33 PM, with its epicenter near Maru township. Emergency response efforts are underway, and damage assessments are ongoing. Power and telecommunications were disrupted in the affected area, which is about 190 kilometers from Nagqu and 390 kilometers from Lhasa. Earthquakes are frequent in China, with a previous incident in January 2025 causing significant casualties in Tingri county.