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Xi asks quick rescue after NW China landslide

Xinhua, August 12, 2015 Adjust font size:

Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out rescue efforts after a landslide buried the living quarters of a mining company early on Wednesday in northwest China's Shaanxi Province.

The landslide, which occurred at around 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, brought 1 million cubic meters of dirt and debris that buried 15 dorms and three houses at the Wuzhou Mining Company in Shanyang County, leaving around 40 people missing.

Xi urged full efforts to search for and rescue the missing and minimize casualties. He also called for proper arrangements for victims and prevention of secondary disasters.

Premier Li Keqiang ordered quick evacuation of people living around the accident site and investigation of the cause. He called for enhanced safety measures, saying other places should learn from the disaster for contingency plans.

A work team of the State Council has been sent to the site to oversee the search and rescue efforts. Endi