A 6.2 magnitude earthquake in China on December 18 resulted in 149 deaths, nearly 1,000 injuries, and displacement of 87,000 people.
The affected area suffered extensive damage, leaving many without homes, water, and electricity.
The cold weather added to the challenges, with record low temperatures reported. (Trending: Trans Athlete Breaks College Record After Joining Women’s Team)
The earthquake was the most significant in China in nine years, with relief efforts underway, including the construction of temporary housing units.
“There was a loud ‘boom’ and the wall on the second floor collapsed. [I was] nearly hit and trapped inside,” a village resident said.
The disaster relief appropriation is estimated at around $28 million.
“Previous earthquakes in China have also proved to be deadly, with 600 people dying during one that hit in 2014 and roughly 90,000 dying in 2008 during a 7.9 magnitude earthquake,” the report noted.
“Earlier this year, tens of thousands of people in Syria and Turkey were killed after a pair of 7.8-magnitude and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes in February. The disaster led to the deaths of over 50,000 people and impacted nearly 16 million people.”
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