Magnitude 5.5 earthquake in Xinjiang kills 8, injures 23 – authorities

Eight people have died after multiple earthquakes hit the northwest region of Xinjiang Thursday morning, according to Chinese state media. At least 23 others were injured, the autonomous region’s Earthquake Administration said. According to the state news agency Xinhua, 1520 buildings collapsed or suffered serious damage. Exact figures are still being calculated. ALSO ON HKFP Hong Kong … Continue reading Magnitude 5.5 earthquake in Xinjiang kills 8, injures 23 – authorities