Powerful earthquake in Tibet kills over 120 and complicates rescue efforts

A magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck Dingri county in Tibet, killing at least 126 people and injuring over 330. Limited media access and strict censorship in China have made it difficult to obtain reliable information about the disaster's impact. Rescue operations have concluded, with over 400 people rescued from the rubble. More than 61,000 individuals were affected, and many have been relocated due to the destruction of infrastructure in the cold, mountainous region. Chinese state media reported on the earthquake, but many overseas Tibetans rely on social media for updates. Censorship has complicated communication, and concerns about misinformation have arisen, including AI-generated images circulating online.