5.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Guangxi, China, Killing 2

A 5.2-magnitude earthquake hit the Guangxi region of China, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and leaving one person missing. The earthquake occurred in the early hours of Monday, leading to the evacuation of approximately 7,000 residents in Liuzhou.

Rescue operations are currently underway, as reported by state media outlets CCTV and Xinhua. Four other individuals were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

The earthquake caused the collapse of 13 buildings, and authorities have warned of possible disruptions to transport services. Inspections of railway infrastructure are ongoing to assess any damage.

Additionally, communication, power lines, and water supply in the affected areas are being monitored, with traffic operations functioning normally as of the latest reports.