Breaking News! 🌍 A strong earthquake shook the Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday morning. The earthquake was measured at magnitude 6.8, which is pretty powerful!
The quake hit Dingri County, which is home to the base camp of Mount Qomolangma, the world’s highest peak. Mount Qomolangma is also known as Mount Everest, and many adventurers start their climb from there. 🏔️
Because of the earthquake, the Mount Qomolangma scenic area has been closed for now to keep everyone safe. 🚫 Safety first!
Local authorities said that 53 people have sadly lost their lives, and 62 are injured. Rescue teams are working hard to help those affected. 🚑👩🚒
Earthquakes happen when the Earth’s tectonic plates move suddenly. This can cause the ground to shake a lot! In mountainous regions like Xizang, earthquakes can be especially dangerous.
Our thoughts are with the people of Xizang during this difficult time. 💕 Stay safe, everyone!
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Mount Qomolangma scenic area shut down after M6.8 quake hits Xizang
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