5.0-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Yibin, Sichuan

A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Gaoxian County in Yibin City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 6:12 a.m. Beijing Time on July 8, 2026, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

Earthquake Parameters

The epicenter was located at 28.52 degrees north latitude and 104.68 degrees east longitude, with a focal depth of 8 kilometers. The earthquake was followed by several aftershocks, including magnitudes of 4.0, 3.4, 3.1, and 3.0, occurring within minutes of the main quake.

Impact and Emergency Response

As of the latest reports, no casualties have been reported following the earthquake. Local authorities in Gaoxian County have activated emergency response procedures and are monitoring the situation closely.