A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake has struck the Xizang Autonomous Region in southwest China, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 126 lives. In response to this disaster, the region's health authorities have mobilized 26 medical teams to the affected areas. These teams include a total of 581 medical professionals and are supported by 107 ambulances, ensuring that swift and effective medical care is available to those injured by the quake.
The rapid deployment of medical resources highlights the region's commitment to disaster response and the well-being of its residents. As rescue and recovery efforts continue, the medical teams are working around the clock to treat the injured and provide essential services to help the community recover from this devastating event.
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26 medical teams dispatched to treat injured after Xizang earthquake
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