Response in China
Although the quake-stricken area is relatively low in population, reported at 118/km2, early casualties and property damages were significant. Within two hours, the CEA invoked its Level III emergency response protocol for disaster relief. 8,000 troops and para-militia were deployed to the disaster area.
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