Monday, May 12, 2008

China Earthquake Death Toll Climbs



The devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Sichuan Province, China at 2:28 pm that was felt as far away as Beijing and Shanghai continues to climb which has affected nearly half of China's population. More here from China.org

Seen here, rescue workers using their hands to move rubble in Dujiangyan City to rescue 900 students trapped when their school collapsed. People gather outside Plaza 66 in Shanghai's Jing'an District.

Red Cross China, is accepting donations for Sichuan as more than 10,000 people have now been reportedly killed.