Deadly Earthquake in Northwestern China: Rescuers Brave Freezing Cold to Find Survivors

Rescuers in China's Gansu province are facing challenging conditions as they search for survivors of a strong earthquake that struck a remote area. The death toll has reached 131, with 980 injured and 16 missing. The sub-zero temperatures are posing a threat to trapped victims, and the high-altitude and complex terrain are making rescue operations difficult. While search operations have concluded in Gansu, the focus has shifted to treating the wounded and providing assistance to affected residents. The earthquake has caused extensive damage to homes and infrastructure, and the cold weather is exacerbating the situation.