February 8th 2025.
In the bustling city of Beijing, a devastating landslide has struck the southwestern province of Sichuan. As rescuers frantically searched for approximately 30 missing individuals, the Ministry of Emergency Management swiftly deployed hundreds of rescuers, including brave firefighters, to the scene.
According to state broadcaster CCTV, the landslide occurred in a village in Junlian county, burying 10 houses and forcing hundreds of residents to flee their homes. Despite the gravity of the situation, there were glimmers of hope as two people were miraculously rescued alive and around 200 others were relocated to safety.
A villager, speaking to BeijingNews, revealed that the mountain had been showing signs of instability since the latter half of 2024. The villager described hearing sounds similar to firecrackers as rocks tumbled down the mountain. It was also reported that geologists had inspected the area last year, providing some insight into the potential causes of the landslide.
The news of the disaster did not go unnoticed by President Xi Jinping, who expressed deep concern and urged authorities to spare no effort in locating the missing individuals and minimizing casualties. Premier Li Qiang also took action, calling for an investigation into the incident and an inspection of potential geological hazards in the surrounding areas. Li emphasized the importance of evacuating residents who may be at risk to prevent any further tragedies.
In a display of solidarity and support, the National Development and Reform Commission has allocated 50 million yuan from the central budget to aid in the emergency restoration of infrastructure and public service facilities. As the search and rescue efforts continue, the people of China stand together in the face of this tragedy, determined to overcome and rebuild.
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