Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Tibet region: EMSC
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Tibet region on Sunday at a depth of 9 kilometers. This follows a larger 7.0 magnitude earthquake in the same area last week that resulted in 16 fatalities.
Why it matters
The seismic activity in the region poses a significant threat to local infrastructure and public safety, following closely after a deadly event.
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Tibet region: EMSC The quake was at a depth of 9 km (5 miles), EMSC added A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Tibet region on Sunday (October 25, 2026), according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake was at a depth of 9 km (5 miles), EMSC added. News Alert!
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