A massive earthquake struck southwestern China on May 12. The 8-magnitude earthquake was the most powerful to strike China since 1949, devastating a hilly region of small cities and towns in Sichuan and nearby provinces. Tremors were reported in most areas of the country, including Shanghai, and as far away as Thailand and Vietnam.  The central government has launched a massive rescue effort that includes the People's Liberation Army, medical workers and ordinary people.

Earthquake toll rises as nation counts costs

2008-9-5 2:09:42

THE death toll from the May 12 earthquake in Sichuan Province may reach 88,000 and the direct economic loss has topped 845.1 billion yuan (US$123.62 billion). These chilling statistics were released yesterday by...

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