A 5.0-magnitude earthquake was registered in Xinghai County, located in Qinghai Province in northwest China, on Tuesday afternoon. The seismic event occurred precisely at 4:04 p.m. Beijing time, as recorded by monitoring authorities.
The earthquake’s epicenter was pinpointed at a latitude of 35.31° north and a longitude of 99.56° east. It originated at a depth of 10 kilometers beneath the earth’s surface, reports indicate.
As of now, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage resulting from the earthquake. Local authorities are actively monitoring the situation to assess any potential impacts in the affected areas.
Efforts continue to gather more detailed information regarding the earthquake’s effects and to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in Xinghai County and surrounding regions.