Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale struck Dingri County in Xigaze City, located within the Xizang Autonomous Region of Tibet, early Tuesday morning at 9:05 a.m. Beijing Time. The tremor resulted in a devastating toll, with 32 reported fatalities and at least 38 injured, according to regional disaster relief authorities. The China Earthquake Networks Centre confirmed that the earthquake's epicenter was pinpointed at coordinates 28.5°N latitude and 87.45°E longitude, occurring at a depth of 10 kilometers. Reports from Xinhua indicate that extensive damage was witnessed in Tonglai Village, situated in Changsuo Township of Dingri, where multiple houses collapsed, exacerbating the disaster's impact on the local population. In the wake of the initial earthquake, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) noted a series of aftershocks that shook the Xizang region throughout the morning. Just a few hours after the main quake, a stronger aftershock measuring 7.1 struck at 6:35 a.m. IST, also at a depth of 10 kilometers. Following this, the area experienced seven aftershocks, ranging in magnitude from 4.3 to 5.0, with the first of these aftershocks recorded shortly after 07:00 am IST. The tremors were felt across the border in Nepal, prompting local residents to evacuate their homes in search of safety. Accounts from Kathmandu residents highlighted the panic that ensued. Meera Adhikari recounted her experience during the quake, describing how she initially believed her child was causing the bed to shake. It was only when she noticed the windows rattling that she realized the severity of the situation and quickly evacuated with her child to open ground. Another resident, Biplov Adhikari, shared a similar experience, emphasizing the chaotic rush to safety as he felt the door shaking in his home. The seismic activity extended beyond Xizang and Nepal, with tremors being reported in India's Bihar state, particularly in Sheohar district. Local authorities have been monitoring the situation closely, but as of now, no casualties have been reported in these regions. As rescue and relief efforts continue, the full extent of the damage and the needs of those affected remain to be seen. This tragic event marks one of the most significant seismic incidents in recent times in the region, highlighting both the vulnerability of the area to such natural disasters and the urgent need for comprehensive disaster preparedness and response strategies. This is a developing story, and more details are anticipated as the situation unfolds and authorities assess the aftermath of this catastrophic earthquake.