Beijing: A powerful 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck China’s Guangxi region early Monday, leaving at least two people dead and triggering the collapse of multiple buildings, according to state media reports.

Authorities said 13 buildings collapsed in and around Liuzhou city, while more than 7,000 residents were evacuated as rescue and emergency operations continued in the affected areas.

State news agency Xinhua and broadcaster CCTV reported that one person remains missing. Four injured people were admitted to hospitals, though officials said none suffered life-threatening injuries.

Chinese authorities also warned of possible transport disruptions as inspections were launched to assess the safety and structural condition of railway infrastructure following the quake.

Emergency response teams have been deployed to the region amid concerns over possible aftershocks and further structural damage.