Rescuers restore a road in Longxi County of Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. (Xinhua)
LANZHOU, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
The epicenter was monitored at 34.91 degrees north latitude and 104.58 degrees east longitude. The earthquake struck at a depth of 10 km, the CENC said.
The quake was strongly felt in Longxi County, Zhangxian County, Weiyuan County and Lintao County in Dingxi City and Wushan County in Tianshui City.
No casualties have been reported, according to the local government. Local people said that some houses in the rural area of Longxi were damaged.
Local fire-fighting and rescue authorities have dispatched rescue teams and vehicles to the affected areas, with information on the impact still being gathered.
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. ■
Police officers carry out rescue work at Wenfeng Town in Longxi County of Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Local fire-fighting and rescue authorities have dispatched rescue teams and vehicles to the affected areas, with information on the impact still being gathered. (Dingxi Public Security Bureau/Handout via Xinhua)
Rescue vehicles are seen en route to the earthquake-affected areas in northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Local fire-fighting and rescue authorities have dispatched rescue teams and vehicles to the affected areas, with information on the impact still being gathered. (Dingxi Fire and Rescue Brigade/Handout via Xinhua)
Rescuers rally before heading to the earthquake-affected areas, in Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Local fire-fighting and rescue authorities have dispatched rescue teams and vehicles to the affected areas, with information on the impact still being gathered. (Fire and Rescue Department of Gansu/Handout via Xinhua)
Rescuers learn about damages caused by an earthquake at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
A rescuer removes fallen bricks at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
A worker checks communication facilities at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
An aerial drone photo taken on Sept. 27, 2025 shows rescuers rallying at a square at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
Rescue vehicles arrive at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
Rescuers prepare to use a drone to survey quake-hit areas at Hualin Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Following the quake, the China Earthquake Administration launched a level-III emergency service response, urging strengthened monitoring and assessment of the situation, as well as timely updates.
The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management also initiated a level-IV emergency response for earthquakes and sent a work team to the quake-hit areas to support local quake-relief efforts.
Rescuers from China's national comprehensive fire and rescue teams have arrived at the epicenter, according to the emergency management ministry. Meanwhile, 200 rescuers and 28 vehicles from the local fire and rescue forces, and 26 personnel of specialized rescue teams with 7 vehicles are on their way. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
Evacuated villagers are pictured at a threshing ground at Majiaqu Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Rescue efforts are carried out in a well organized manner, as emergency and disaster relief supplies are being sent to quake-hit areas. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
Police officers set up a tent at Zhongshan Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Rescue efforts are carried out in a well organized manner, as emergency and disaster relief supplies are being sent to quake-hit areas. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
An aerial drone photo taken on Sept. 27, 2025 shows tents at Majiaqu Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Rescue efforts are carried out in a well organized manner, as emergency and disaster relief supplies are being sent to quake-hit areas. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
An aerial drone photo taken on Sept. 27, 2025 shows tents at Zhongshan Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Rescue efforts are carried out in a well organized manner, as emergency and disaster relief supplies are being sent to quake-hit areas. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
Rescuers transfer disaster relief supplies at Majiaqu Village of Wenfeng Town in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
Rescue efforts are carried out in a well organized manner, as emergency and disaster relief supplies are being sent to quake-hit areas. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
A rescuer carries disaster relief supplies at a temporary resettlement site in Hualin Village of Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Photo by Wang Kexian/Xinhua)
An injured person receives medical examination at a hospital in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
An injured person receives medical examination at a hospital in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
A rescuer sets up power supply device at a temporary resettlement site in Hualin Village of Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Photo by Wang Kexian/Xinhua)
Villagers enter a temporary resettlement site in Hualin Village of Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Photo by Wang Kexian/Xinhua)
An injured person receives medical examination at a hospital in Longxi County, Dingxi City, northwest China's Gansu Province, Sept. 27, 2025. A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Longxi County in Dingxi City in northwest China's Gansu Province at 5:49 a.m. Saturday, the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC) said. (Xinhua/Lang Bingbing)
