Sichuan Diary

In this series, Chinese reporter Lin Di shares his thoughts and observations as he covers the aftermath of the magnitude 8 earthquake that struck Sichuan province, on May 12. This is not a routine assignment. For Lin Di, as for other witnesses, sights of devastation are hard to bear.

'Reporters should speak to us more'

2008-05-22

In An county, Sichuan province, our reporter meets anger and frustration. Left to fend for themselves, villagers curse the government.

Just Rescued, and Hurrying Back

2008-05-21

Lin Di goes to Beichuan Qiang in Sichuan and meets an earthquake survivor rushing back to search for her father.

As if I Am in the Room

2008-05-21

Reporter Lin Di drove 160 kms north of Chengdu to the mountainous region of Jiangyou and Pingwu on the Fujiang river. He saw schools flattened, with blood-stained drawings on the few walls still standing.

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