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A door remains standing after the house was flattened by an earthquake in
Qiongkuer Qiake township, in Bachu county in Chinas remote Xinjiang region,
on February 26, 2003. A devastating earthquake shook western China Monday,
killing more than 266 people, injuring more than 4, 000 and flattening homes,
schools and other buildings near the Silk Road oasis of Kashgar. Some 240 of
the dead were from this village. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE REUTERS/Claro Cortes IV
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This powerful print captures the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that struck Qiongkuer Qiake township in Bachu county, located in China's remote Xinjiang region, on February 26,2003. Amidst the destruction and chaos caused by nature's fury, an enduring symbol of resilience stands tall - a solitary door amidst flattened homes and buildings. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and determination exhibited by communities facing unimaginable adversity. The earthquake claimed the lives of more than 266 people and left over 4,000 injured. Homes, schools, and other structures were reduced to rubble near Kashgar, an oasis along the historic Silk Road. Tragically, this village bore witness to around 240 fatalities. Photographer Claro Cortes IV captured this haunting scene with remarkable clarity. The stark contrast between the standing door and its surroundings emphasizes both loss and hope simultaneously. It is a testament to human endurance in times of great despair. This photograph not only documents a tragic event but also conveys universal themes such as fragility versus strength and destruction versus resilience. Its emotional impact transcends borders or timeframes; it reminds us all of our shared vulnerability as well as our capacity for survival against overwhelming odds. No rights clearances or permissions are required for using this image from Reuters Images (CC/CP).
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