Xinhua
news agency reported the incident, citing local authorities.
The
injured have been taken to hospitals for medical treatment, and 196 people have
been evacuated.
According
to the Yibin Earthquake Disaster Management Headquarters, rescue operations are
currently ongoing.
Data from
the China Earthquake Networks Center indicated that the epicenter of the
earthquake was located at a depth of 6 kilometers.
Following
the seismic event, the China Earthquake Administration declared a Level-3
emergency response, reported by report.az.
