China Red Cross Extends Aid to Snow Disaster Victims in Inner MongoliaChina Red Cross Society provided 1,000 quilts worth 55,000 yuan (approximately US$6,600) to help with snow disaster relief efforts in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region recently, announced an official from the society Tuesday.During the period from December 31, 2000 to January 3, 2001, Xilin Gol and Xing'an were caught in the snowstorm and sandstorm, which have been considered as very rare in the past five decades. About 947,000 people of the 18 counties were affected by the disaster, with an economic loss totaling 910 million yuan (approximately US$109 million). More People, Livestock Confirmed DeadTwenty seven people have been confirmed dead and 14 missing after a blizzard hit Xilin Gol League, an area in the central part of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in north China, a week ago, according to the latest information from the local government.At least 30,000 heads of cattle were killed and about 10,000 heads of the cattle are missing. The number of dying cattle is believed to be on the increase due to the ongoing snow and insufficiency of fodder. The local governments of cities and banners in the area have been fully mobilized to aid victims at the snow storm-affected areas. The transportation of food, clothing, fuel and fodder are on the way. |
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