2026 Tibet Earthquake
In short
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck the northern part of Nagqu in the Tibet Autonomous Region at 22:33:39 CST on 22 October 2026.
What is happening
The tremor occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres in Baqen County. While some reports indicate at least two injuries and damaged homes, other updates suggest no immediate casualties have been confirmed.
When
22 October 2026
Why it matters
The earthquake has raised concerns because the region is still recovering from devastating flash floods that occurred weeks ago. The event highlights the heightened natural disaster risks in the area.