Sichuan Earthquake Relief: Free Meals & Hope for Trapped Survivors

A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake rocked Luding County in the Chinese mainland’s Sichuan Province this week, collapsing buildings and leaving over 200 people stranded at the scenic Hailuogou glacier reserve. Rescue teams raced against time, hiking through blocked roads to deliver life-saving supplies like bottled water, bread, and instant noodles—all provided free of charge to survivors.

Local reporter Zhang Xi shared that relief efforts are in full swing, with teams prioritizing children by setting up a makeshift play area to ease trauma. \"It’s about offering comfort as much as calories,\" one volunteer said. Despite the chaos, officials confirm supplies remain stable, and emergency crews continue working to clear debris and restore transport links.

The disaster has drawn global attention, highlighting both the risks of natural hazards and the resilience of communities. For now, survivors cling to hope—and the simple comforts of a warm meal.

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Bread and water provided for free in settlements in quake-hit Sichuan

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