A specialized team from China's Ramunion Rescue has launched critical disinfection operations in Mandalay, Myanmar, as part of a coordinated effort to curb disease outbreaks following recent disasters. Comprising professional responders and overseas Chinese volunteers, the Epidemic Prevention and Disinfection Task Force is working under extreme seasonal temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F) that complicate both search efforts and public health safeguards.
The operation comes amid ongoing rescue missions to locate survivors trapped under debris from unresolved disaster sites. Experts emphasize that combining emergency response with epidemic prevention is crucial to avoid secondary crises caused by water contamination and vector-borne diseases.
'High-temperature disinfection requires meticulous protocols – from protective gear for our team to ensuring chemical safety for residents,' explained a task force coordinator. Local authorities have allocated temporary shelters equipped with cooling stations to support the operation.
This collaboration highlights growing cross-border disaster response partnerships in Asia, with teams sharing expertise in crisis management and public health protection. The initiative also underscores the role of diaspora communities, as Mandarin-speaking volunteers bridge communication gaps between responders and affected populations.
