Last night was anything but ordinary for residents of Dingri County in Xigaze, located in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. 🌌 At precisely 8:57 p.m. Beijing Time, the ground began to shake as a magnitude-4.9 earthquake struck, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Just a minute later, at 8:58 p.m., the earth rumbled again with a magnitude-5.0 quake! 🌍 Talk about a double whammy! The twin tremors left locals startled, many of whom reported feeling the quakes despite the late hour.
\"I was just settling in for the night when I felt the whole room sway,\" shared Lhamo, a resident of Dingri County. \"It's not every day you get two earthquakes back-to-back!\" 😱
Emergency services were promptly dispatched, and so far, there have been no reports of significant damage or casualties. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and advising residents to stay alert. 🚨
Dingri County, nestled in the Himalayas and known for its proximity to Mount Everest 🏔️, is no stranger to seismic activity due to its location along major fault lines.
Remember, always have an emergency kit ready and know your safety protocols! Stay safe, amigos! ✌️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
