China's Deadly Earthquake: Devastation and Recovery Efforts

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake in northwestern Gansu province, China, has resulted in 137 deaths and 982 injuries. Twelve people are still missing in Qinghai, while no missing persons have been reported in Gansu. Rescue operations in Gansu ended within 15 hours, prompting questions from netizens about the speed of the response. The sub-freezing temperatures in the area have shortened the "golden period" for finding survivors. Over 207,000 homes were destroyed, affecting more than 145,000 people. Survivors face uncertainty in the winter months ahead without permanent shelter amid freezing temperatures.