Tibet Earthquake Kills Nine, Tremors Felt Across Nepal
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck a remote region of Tibet, causing at least 126 deaths and 188 injuries, with over 3,600 houses damaged. Tremors were felt across the Himalayas in Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of India, prompting evacuations at Everest Base Camp. Rescue efforts are underway, with teams deployed from the Chinese air force and military, focusing on sparsely populated areas with limited accessibility. The Dalai Lama expressed his sadness and offered prayers for the victims.
John Q. Hosedrinker