Yunnan Earthquake Toll nears 600

2014-08-06

Deaths have surged to 589 following Sunday's 6.5-magnitude earthquake in Yunnan Province, including 504 reported in worst-hit Ludian County and 72 in Qiaojia County.

Rescue operations, hampered by downpours and frequent traffic disruptions, are facing acute time pressures as the likelihood of survivors declines after 72 hours.

Dozens of other heads of state or government, countries and international organizations sent condolences to China over the quake.

Source from : CNSS

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