Magnitude 5.7 earthquake strikes Tibet —USGS

WASHINGTON - A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck early on Monday in Tibet at at a depth of 31 miles (50 km), the US Geological Survey said.

 

The epicenter of the quake, which was initially reported as magnitude 6.1, was located 89 miles (143 km) south-southeast of Qamdo, Xizang Province in China.

 

A magnitude 5.7 quake is considered moderate and capable of causing considerable damage.

 

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. —Reuters