Three killed as 5.4-magnitude earthquake strikes northwest China

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck northwest China, killing three.

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck northwest China, killing three.

Aftermath footage, shot in Baicheng County in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on March 24, shows police officers and firefighters searching for survivors amongst debris.

Three people were killed and 65 houses were damaged in different degrees.

There were reported to be 10 aftershocks.

Temporary shelters were set up, residents were transferred to safety areas and relief supplies arrived.

The video was provided by local media with permission.