China: Panic as 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocks Tibet

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit Baqen County in Tibet, China, on October 22, prompting emergency responses. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, leading to immediate rescue operations by local authorities. Surveillance footage showed people evacuating buildings during the tremor. Initial reports indicated injuries and damage, with officials assessing the situation in nearby villages. The China Earthquake Administration activated a Level-II emergency response, deploying firefighters and rescue teams to the affected area.