When the ground shakes, hearts unite. 💔 On Tuesday, a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Dingri County in Xigaze city, located in the Xizang Autonomous Region. The quake left 126 people dead and 188 injured by midnight.
Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, rushed to the scene to lead the all-out rescue efforts. 🛠️🚑
Upon arriving, Zhang headed straight to Changsuo Township, the hardest-hit area. He visited rescue sites, temporary shelters, and hospitals, offering support to victims and ensuring they receive the care they need. 🏥🤝
\"We must ensure everyone stays safe and warm this winter,\" Zhang emphasized. ❄️ He stressed the importance of providing enough heating supplies, especially since the quake zone is in high-altitude, freezing areas.
The vice premier chaired a meeting focusing on the next steps: intensifying search and rescue missions, treating the injured, and speeding up post-disaster reconstruction. \"We need to get our people back into safe and warm homes as soon as possible,\" he said. 🏠❤️
Authorities are also enhancing monitoring for aftershocks and inspecting damaged structures to prevent any further tragedies. Safety first! ⚠️
This disaster has reminded us of the strength and resilience of communities when they come together. Let's keep the people of Xizang in our thoughts as they rebuild and recover. 🙏🌟
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Chinese vice premier stresses all-out rescue efforts in Xizang quake
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