A second 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit south China on Monday night. The earthquake caused more fear in China’s Guangxi region because another strong earthquake had already hit the same area earlier that day. Chinese officials said the latest earthquake happened in Liunan District of Liuzhou City at 9:44 p.m. local time. The earthquake was measured at the depth of eight kilometers.
The second earthquake came only hours after another 5.2 magnitude quake shook Liuzhou shortly after midnight. That earlier earthquake caused major damage in different areas and forced thousands of people to leave their homes. Chinese state media reported that 14 buildings collapsed after the first wave of earthquake, emergency teams quickly went to the damaged areas to recue people stuck under rubble and to help those who were injured.
Officials said more than 7,000 residents left the area after the first earthquake. Rescue workers used heavy machines and emergency equipment to clear broken roads and damaged buildings. Videos shared by local media showed families stood outside in open areas while small shakes of the ground kept happening all day.
Authorities also activated emergency response systems at regional and national levels. Rescue teams, medical workers, and police officers were sent to affected areas to support local residents. Chinese state reports confirmed that two people died after the first earthquake, while one person was reported missing.
The second wave increased fear among residents because many people were already staying outside their homes after the first earthquake. Some families spent the night in cars or in temporary shelters because they worried that more shaking could happen again. Experts say aftershocks are common after a strong earthquake and can continue for hours or even days.
Earthquakes happen often in different parts of China because the country sits near several active fault lines. Some regions face stronger earthquake risk than others, especially mountain areas and western provinces. China has improved its emergency response systems in recent years after facing multiple deadly earthquakes in the past.
Local officials said there were no reports of deaths or major new damage from the second earthquake. However, emergency workers continued checking buildings, roads, bridges, and public transport systems to make sure they were safe. Train services in some areas were also delayed while inspections continued.
This earthquakes also caused fear across nearby cities because shaking was felt outside Liuzhou. Residents shared videos online showing moving lights, shaking furniture, and people running into streets during the quakes. Many schools and public offices reviewed safety plans after the second quake hit.
Experts say earthquakes like these can feel stronger because they happen closer to the ground surface. Even medium-sized earthquakes can damage weak buildings and create panic in crowded areas. Rescue officials asked residents to stay calm, follow safety instructions, and avoid damaged structures until inspections are completed.
Chinese emergency teams remained active through the night as rescue work and safety checks continued across affected parts of Guangxi. Authorities said public services such as electricity, water, and communication systems were still operating in most areas despite the damage caused by the first earthquake.
