A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Jishishan County in Gansu province, northwestern China late Monday night, killing at least 127 people and injuring over 700. The quake caused severe damage to roads, power and communication lines in the region, and was felt in the city of Lanzhou 65 miles away. The Chinese government has sent a team of rescuers to the affected area to provide medical and emergency assistance and assess the damage caused by the quake.
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This article discusses the devastating magnitude 6.2 earthquake that struck the cold and mountainous region of northwestern China on Monday night, killing at least 118 people and injuring 500. The Chinese government has sent a team of experts to the affected area to assess the damage and coordinate relief efforts, including providing medical aid, food, and shelter to those affected by the disaster.