Magnitude-7 earthquake in Tibet kills 16 and injures 76, rescuers search for survivors

Summary

A magnitude-7 earthquake struck Nagqu, a city north of Tibet's capital, Lhasa, on October 22, 2026, according to reports. The city lies about 4,800 meters (5,249 yards) above sea level. ABC reported that the quake left 16 people dead, and that the number of injured had risen to 76. Rescuers were searching for survivors, according to both reports.

Timeline

1. The Hindu

   23 Oct 2026, 17:06 UTCSource ↗

   The Hindu reports that rescuers are searching for survivors after a deadly earthquake struck Nagqu, a city north of Tibet's capital Lhasa, on October 22, 2026.

2. ABC

   24 Oct 2026, 01:22 UTCSource ↗

   ABC reports that rescuers are searching for survivors after a magnitude-7 earthquake left 16 people dead in China's Tibet, and that the number of injured has risen to 76.