BEIJING — A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Haixi prefecture in Qinghai province in northwest China, the China Earthquake Networks Center said.
The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the center.
Details on the exact time of the tremor, damage or casualties remained unclear immediately after the event.
Qinghai province lies on the northeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, a seismically active region. The area is sparsely populated in parts, though specific population figures for the affected zone in Haixi were not immediately available.
Chinese authorities routinely monitor seismic activity through the national earthquake networks system. No immediate official statements on impacts were released beyond the initial magnitude and depth report.
The China Earthquake Networks Center provides data for domestic response coordination. Further updates on any structural damage, injuries or emergency measures were expected as assessments continued.
Officials have not yet commented on whether aftershocks were recorded or if local residents reported feeling the tremor.
In past seismic events in Qinghai, authorities have mobilized rescue teams and conducted damage surveys when necessary. Similar procedures are likely underway, though specifics were not disclosed.
The event comes amid China's ongoing efforts to strengthen earthquake preparedness in western provinces.
As of Tuesday, no comprehensive damage reports had been issued. Authorities typically provide updates through state media as information becomes available.
Residents in the region are advised to follow local government instructions, though no evacuation orders were confirmed in initial reports.
The China Earthquake Networks Center continues to monitor the situation. Additional details are expected in coming hours.
