The United Nations echoed the sentiment . At least 398 dead in quake , Chinese state - run media reported ; 1,801 people injured . Tens of thousands of homes damaged or destroyed . China Earthquake Information Center says the magnitude was 6.5 .
At least 398 dead in quake , Chinese state - run media reported ; 1,801 people injured . Tens of thousands of homes damaged or destroyed . China Earthquake Information Center says the magnitude was 6.5 .