Earthquake near Shigatse, Tibet

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck near the Tibetan city of Shigatse with the epicenter about 50 miles northeast of Mount Everest. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer reports on the latest from Chinese authorities on the rescue operations on Jan. 7, 2025.

Key Points

  • 7.1-magnitude earthquake near Shigatse
  • Epicenter located about 50 miles northeast of Mount Everest

Pros

  • Timely reporting on a significant natural disaster event
  • Update on rescue operations from Chinese authorities