5.0 Magnitude Aftershock Strikes Tibet

A rural county in Tibet has experienced two significant aftershocks, measuring 4.9 and 5.0 magnitude, following a devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake on January 8 that resulted in at least 126 fatalities and injured 338 people. The aftershocks struck Tingri county on Monday night, with the first occurring at 8:57 p.m. local time, and fortunately, no immediate casualties were reported from these tremors. Over 47,000 residents have been displaced to makeshift shelters as the region grapples with harsh winter temperatures. The area has faced more than 640 aftershocks since the initial quake, emphasizing its vulnerability due to the tectonic activity in the region. The Chinese government has initiated extensive relief and rescue efforts to support those affected by the disaster. Experts attribute the seismic activity to the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, especially in the vulnerable Tingri area.