A powerful magnitude-6.2 earthquake shook Jishishan County in northwest China's Gansu Province early Monday, leaving at least 135 dead and triggering urgent relief efforts. Temporary housing and field kitchens are now in place to support displaced residents, with workers racing to bring warmth and normalcy ahead of the winter solstice 🏠🥟.
The quake, which struck at midnight at a depth of 10 kilometers, also caused significant infrastructure damage. Four rural water supply networks were disrupted, but local authorities confirmed full restoration by Thursday 💧. Over 113 fatalities were reported in Gansu, with neighboring Qinghai Province recording 22 deaths.
As temperatures drop, teams are prioritizing hot meals and shelter for survivors. A temporary kitchen is prepping traditional dumplings for the winter solstice—a cultural touchstone to uplift spirits during the crisis ❄️❤️. 'We want everyone to feel at home, even amid hardship,' said a local volunteer.
Updates on recovery efforts continue as teams navigate aftershocks and challenging conditions. Stay tuned for more developments.
