Emergency relief is pacing up in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, with the installation of mobile homes prioritized for displaced earthquake-affected residents.
The 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Dingri County at 09:05 on January 8, causing widespread damage. At least 126 people have been confirmed dead, and 188 others are reported injured.
The installation of mobile homes in Lhaze County has become a top priority. From Saturday morning to Sunday, 100 mobile houses were installed, providing immediate shelter for residents.
The relocation site of Xialasu Village has offered residents relief supplies of blankets, food, and clothing at their new homes. Priority has been given to moving the elderly and those in poor health from emergency tents to these newly built cold-resistant houses.
Workers are continuing to finish supporting infrastructure at the relocation site, including the power supply. A team of 16 electrical workers has completed internal wiring, and power is expected to be fully restored by Sunday night.
Local police officers are setting up a temporary security post at the relocation site to enhance safety.
In Gulong Village, Changshuo Town, 30 militia members from the Dingri County People's Armed Forces Department have been clearing debris from the earthquake's destruction.
Using heavy machinery, the militia has managed to clear much of the rubble, despite strong winds and low temperatures.
"At this stage, our primary task is assisting the local population with infrastructure repair, ensuring transportation and road security, maintaining public order, and guaranteeing safety. We're also engaged in emergency rescue and unloading relief supplies. Today, our Mount Qomolangma Emergency Militia Company has dispatched 100 people: 40 are securing transport routes and maintaining order, 30 are unloading relief goods, and 30 are in Gulong Town helping local residents retrieve their things," said Wu Haiyang, an officer of the Dingri County People's Armed Forces Department.
Many of the militia members are local Tibetan residents, making it easier for them to communicate and adapt to the challenging environment.
Wu noted that although some militia members' families were affected by the earthquake, they immediately answered the call to assist in the disaster relief efforts. Their dedicated and fearless efforts have been widely praised by the local community.
Emergency relief for Xizang earthquake victims paces up
