In a remarkable recovery effort, the city of Shigatse in Southwest China’s Xizang autonomous region has successfully restored over 32,500 houses devastated by a 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Dingri county in early January. The earthquake, which caused widespread destruction, left thousands of homes in ruins. However, within ten months, the local authorities have managed to rebuild and reinforce homes across 486 villages in seven counties. The reconstruction included the complete rebuilding of more than 22,000 houses and the reinforcement of an additional 10,500 homes. The first batch of residents affected by the quake were able to move into their new homes as early as August. The swift response included the immediate rollout of a post-disaster reconstruction plan, which involved field surveys, housing design, and debris clearance, all initiated within three days of the disaster. This extensive restoration project highlights the resilience and efficiency of the local government and community in the face of natural calamities.