In the wake of a powerful magnitude-6.2 earthquake that shook Jishishan County in northwest China's Gansu Province, communities are coming together to rebuild and find hope. 🛠️🏠
Temporary housing is sprouting up, offering shelter to those displaced by the quake. But it's not just about bricks and beams—there's a special effort to bring warmth to hearts during this challenging time.
A bustling temporary field kitchen is preparing for the winter solstice, making sure that despite the upheaval, families can celebrate this important festival with as much normalcy and good cheer as possible. 🎉🌟
\"We may have lost our homes, but we haven't lost our spirit,\" says a local resident. \"The winter solstice is about gathering together, and that's exactly what we're doing.\" 🍲❤️
According to the China Earthquake Networks Center, the earthquake struck at midnight on Monday, 10 kilometers beneath the surface. The impact was felt deeply, with the death toll rising to 135 in Qinghai and 113 in neighboring Gansu Province. Our hearts go out to all affected. 💔
By Thursday, a ray of hope emerged as the water supply in Jishishan County was fully restored. The local water resources department worked tirelessly to repair four main rural water networks damaged by the quake. 🚰👏
The resilience of the people here is truly inspiring. In the face of adversity, they're not only rebuilding their homes but also their spirits. As they prepare to welcome the winter solstice, one can't help but feel a sense of unity and hope for brighter days ahead. 🌅✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
