An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 struck the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China. The tremors were recorded in the first half of the day, with the epicenter located in southern Xinjiang at a depth of 10 kilometers. According to seismological services, residents felt the shaking across several areas - from Hotan to Kashgar. In some towns, people rushed out of buildings, but so far, there have been no reports of casualties or significant damage. Local authorities are inspecting infrastructure for possible damage. Emergency services and geologists are also assessing the risk of aftershocks. Earthquakes of this magnitude occur regularly in the region, as Xinjiang is located in a seismically active zone. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and follow civil defense instructions.