A strong quake in south China kills 2 and triggers evacuation of 7,000
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Guangxi region in south China, resulting in two fatalities and significant structural damage. Over 7,000 residents were evacuated from Liuzhou city, and several buildings collapsed due to the quake. Rescue efforts concluded with the discovery of a 91-year-old man who was found alive after being trapped.
- ▪The earthquake occurred early Monday morning in Guangxi region.
- ▪Two people were killed and four others were injured as a result of the quake.
- ▪More than 7,000 residents were evacuated from Liuzhou city due to the disaster.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 03:29:50 -0400 |
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onA strong quake in south China kills 2 and triggers evacuation of 7,000A 5.2 magnitude earthquake has struck south China's Guangxi region, killing two people and toppling buildingsByThe Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 3:10 AM1:10BEIJING -- A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck south China’s Guangxi region early Monday, killing two people, toppling buildings and triggering the evacuations of thousands, state media reported.
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