It's been over a week since a magnitude-6.8 earthquake struck Dingri County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on January 7. As resettlement and reconstruction efforts continue, the spirit of community and solidarity shines brightly among the people and the responders on the ground.
In the small village of Cuo'ang in Quluo Town, the firefighters of the Xizang Forest Firefighting Special Operations Unit are not just battling blazes—they're nourishing hearts and bodies. On a chilly afternoon, the aroma of a warm meal wafts through the air as these dedicated firefighters don aprons instead of helmets, preparing lunch for the quake-affected villagers.
The villagers, many of whom have been displaced from their homes, gather around makeshift tables. Children laugh as they watch the firefighters stir steaming pots, and elders nod appreciatively at the sight of a hearty meal being prepared with care.
\"We're here to support the community in any way we can,\" says one firefighter, handing a bowl of hot soup to an elderly resident. \"Providing a meal is just a small gesture to let them know they're not alone.\"
The lunch not only fills bellies but also lifts spirits. In times of hardship, such acts of kindness become the cornerstone of recovery, reinforcing the bonds between the responders and the community they serve.
As reconstruction progresses, the collaborative efforts between the villagers and the firefighters exemplify resilience and hope. Together, they are building not just homes, but a stronger community ready to face the future.
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Watch: Firefighters make lunch for quake-affected villagers in Xizang
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