7.0-magnitude earthquake kills at least 16 in Tibet

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The earthquake hit southwest China’s Tibet region late Thursday, according to state media reports cited by Anadolu Agency and the Associated Press. Authorities have ordered an all-out rescue effort as crews search collapsed buildings and assess damage. The death toll and disruption could rise as emergency teams reach affected communities and communications from remote areas improve.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Associated Press, Euronews