Tibet in Mourning: 7.0 Quake Kills 16, Injures 76 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time in Nagqu

NAGQU, Tibet — A devastating 7.0-magnitude earthquake has struck Baqing County in Nagqu City, Tibet, leaving at least 16 people dead and 76 injured, according to the latest official figures released by the frontline emergency command. The quake, which hit at 22:33 Beijing time on October 22, 2026, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, has also caused significant structural damage, with 339 households reporting collapsed or damaged homes and 20 livestock sheds destroyed.

The initial hours after the Tibet earthquake saw a frantic scramble for information, with early preliminary counts reporting 32 injuries and 300 collapsed houses. However, as rescue teams conducted three rounds of door-to-door searches, the casualty toll was revised upward and the damage assessment refined. Authorities have confirmed that no missing persons remain unaccounted for, a rare piece of positive news amid the tragedy.

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Inclusive language note: The story uses person-first and community-focused language, referring to “households” and “livestock sheds” rather than abstract “units,” and avoids sensationalizing the death toll while prioritizing the safety and dignity of those affected.

Rescue operations are ongoing in the remote, high-altitude region, where temperatures can plummet overnight. Emergency crews are working to provide shelter, medical aid, and supplies to survivors. The China Earthquake Administration and local authorities are coordinating the response, with mainstream media such as CCTV News providing real-time updates.

The Baqing County earthquake has highlighted the vulnerability of rural communities in seismic zones, where traditional homes may not withstand powerful tremors. As the region begins to mourn and rebuild, officials are urging residents to follow safety protocols and remain alert for aftershocks.

Tibet in Mourning: 7.0 Quake Kills 16, Injures 76 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time in Nagqu

Two Killed, Eight Injured as Attack Hits Saudi Arabia Airport

An Indian national was among two people killed, while eight others sustained injuries in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, as tensions escalate over attacks linked to Yemen’s Houthi rebels.

The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the updated casualty figures on Thursday, October 22, following the attack on Wednesday night.

The fatalities were identified as a Saudi citizen and an Indian national, while the eight injured included citizens and residents of several nationalities.

According to the aviation authority, the injured comprised one Saudi national, two Indians, two Yemenis, two Bangladeshis and one Nepalese national.

Their injuries ranged from minor to serious, with some victims reportedly in critical condition. The injured were receiving medical treatment at several hospitals across the Eastern Province.

The authority said it was working with relevant security agencies to assess the damage caused by the attack and implement measures to safeguard passengers, airport workers and aviation infrastructure.

Airport operations have since resumed, with air traffic returning to normal, according to reports published on Thursday.

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh confirmed that one Indian national was among those killed, while two other Indian nationals were injured. The embassy said it was establishing contact with the affected families and seeking further information about the victims.

India also condemned attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, describing the incidents as unacceptable and calling for an end to the violence.

The Dammam incident comes amid an escalation of hostilities involving Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement and forces supporting Yemen’s internationally recognised government.

Saudi Arabia has faced repeated attacks targeting airports and other strategic facilities this month, raising concerns about the safety of civilians and the security of critical infrastructure.

In a separate incident on Wednesday, two people were killed when debris from an intercepted drone fell near an oil facility at Shaybah, according to Saudi Arabia’s Energy Ministry. Two other people were injured in that incident.

The ministry identified the two fatalities as a Filipino and a Nepalese national. The injured were identified as a Pakistani and an Indian national.

The incident at Shaybah reportedly caused a vehicle fire outside the facility’s perimeter but did not disrupt operations at the oil field.

Reuters also reported on Thursday that Saudi Aramco had instructed staff to evacuate its headquarters in Dhahran and work remotely, citing people familiar with the matter. The precise reason for the instruction was not immediately clear.

The developments have heightened concerns over the potential impact of the escalating conflict on Saudi Arabia’s aviation and energy sectors.

Although the latest attacks come amid an intensifying Houthi campaign against Saudi targets, details surrounding the precise method of attack on Dammam airport and the full extent of the damage remain limited.

Saudi authorities said the damage assessment and security measures were continuing.

Two Killed, Eight Injured as Attack Hits Saudi Arabia Airport