It has 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, stories of compassion and community resilience are emerging from the affected areas.
In the small village of Cuo'ang in Quluo Town, the Xizang Forest Firefighting Special Operations Unit is lending a helping hand in more ways than one. Beyond their duties in disaster relief, these dedicated firefighters are cooking hot meals for the villagers who have lost their homes.
Amidst the backdrop of damaged buildings and a winter chill, the aroma of freshly cooked food fills the air. Firefighters are busy chopping vegetables, stirring large pots over open flames, and serving warm dishes to appreciative residents. For many villagers, this meal is a moment of comfort in a time of upheaval.
\"We want to do whatever we can to help our fellow citizens,\" says Liu Wei, a member of the firefighting unit. \"A hot meal may seem small, but it can lift spirits and restore a sense of normalcy.\"
For the residents of Cuo'ang Village, the support from the firefighters is a beacon of hope. \"Their kindness gives us strength,\" shares Tashi, a local villager. \"We are grateful not just for their help in rebuilding, but for caring for us like family.\"
Resettlement efforts in Dingri County are progressing, with emergency services, volunteers, and local authorities working together to restore the affected communities. Acts of solidarity, like the firefighters' communal meal, highlight the resilience and unity of the people in Xizang during challenging times.
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Watch: Firefighters make lunch for quake-affected villagers in Xizang
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