Published: May 18, 2026

By: Nigeria TV Info

A powerful earthquake has reportedly struck the Guangxi region of southern China, leaving at least two people dead and causing the collapse of several buildings, according to local authorities and emergency officials.

The earthquake, which sent shockwaves across parts of the region, triggered panic among residents as structures crumbled and rescue teams rushed to affected areas in search of survivors trapped beneath debris.

Officials say emergency response teams have been deployed to provide medical assistance, assess structural damage, and evacuate residents from dangerous zones. Authorities are also monitoring the possibility of aftershocks, which could pose additional risks to communities already affected by the disaster.

Eyewitnesses described scenes of fear and confusion, with many residents fleeing their homes and gathering in open spaces for safety. Several roads and public infrastructure were also reportedly damaged, making rescue operations more difficult.

China has experienced multiple earthquakes in recent years due to its location along active seismic fault lines. Emergency management agencies are continuing to investigate the full scale of the destruction in Guangxi, while local hospitals remain on alert to treat injured victims.

The death toll may rise as rescue efforts continue and officials gain access to heavily damaged areas.