Monday's 7.9 magnitude tremor, which was focused in China's Sichuan Province, is estimated to have killed at least 22,000 people — and that toll has continued to rise dramatically as rescue teams reach the most affected areas. In cities near the earthquake's epicenter, thousands are buried under the rubble of collapsed buildings.
The Chinese government estimates that at least 436,000 homes have been destroyed, and there are reports that almost five million people are homeless.
On Thursday, Janis and another team member helped CFPA set up a temporary relief office in the city of Chongqing, from which they are coordinating relief efforts.
"Things here are changing so fast," Janis said. "The sheer scale and loss of this is hitting people...they're predicting 50,000 deaths now."
We need your help to provide help to thousands of survivors who have lost their homes and loved ones.
The Chinese government estimates that at least 436,000 homes have been destroyed, and there are reports that almost five million people are homeless.
On Thursday, Janis and another team member helped CFPA set up a temporary relief office in the city of Chongqing, from which they are coordinating relief efforts.
"Things here are changing so fast," Janis said. "The sheer scale and loss of this is hitting people...they're predicting 50,000 deaths now."
We need your help to provide help to thousands of survivors who have lost their homes and loved ones.
