A massive earthquake occurred in Messina, Italy, killing at least 60,000 people.
When rescue work began in Italy, the news overtook the current Balkan war and became the headlines around the world.
Countries have expressed sympathy for the huge damage suffered by Messina. Unlike human beings killing each other, in the face of such natural disasters, human vulnerability is fully exposed. So various countries have donated money and materials to express their sympathy for Messina's huge losses.
of sympathy.
The governments of the United Kingdom, Germany, Austria-Hungary, the United Kingdom, France, Argentina and other countries immediately donated a large amount of relief funds. The United States provided US$2 million in aid, and four cargo ships loaded with food and medicine sailed from New York to Italy.
In addition to foreign donations, Italy also donated a lot of money and materials. In Milan, the largest city in Italy, under the leadership of local celebrities and gentlemen, people in Milan donated money and materials to express their sympathy for the people suffering in Messina.
The same is true in Turin, the headquarters of the Savoy family. A large number of enthusiastic people donated money and materials to express their love for the people of Messina.
In Venice…
In Florence…
In Rome…
People across Italy have donated money and materials to do their part for the people affected by the Messina earthquake. Although there is promotion from the government and guidance from the media, this is enough to show the care of the Italian people for the affected compatriots.
feeling.
According to subsequent statistics, in this wave of expressions of concern for the people affected by the Messina earthquake, Italy received a total of 570 million lire in donated funds and materials from home and abroad, of which a total of 190 million lire in donated funds and materials were received from abroad.
380 million liras were received.
Domestic and foreign donations have been generous to the people affected by the disaster in Messina, and of course the people affected by the disaster are also helping themselves.
As the area hardest hit by this disaster, Messina has already begun to rescue itself.
"Ding ding ding!"
"There's a knocking sound here, and there's a living person down there."
A searching and rescue soldier called loudly after confirming that he heard a noise coming from the ruins.
Following his call, a dozen rescue workers quickly gathered. Some of these people were wearing military uniforms, and you could tell they were soldiers just by looking at their temperament. There were also volunteers wearing civilian clothes.
"Is there someone down there? Make some noise so we can determine your location."
Someone in the rescue team shouted into the ruins, trying to determine the location of those who needed to be rescued.
"Ding ding ding!"
A knocking sound came from the ruins, allowing everyone to quickly determine their location.
"Here, let's dig."
As the voice fell, the rescue team immediately began to move the collapsed bricks and tiles above. Small pieces can be moved by one person, while large pieces require joint efforts. However, it seems that this rescue team is quite skilled. After division of labor and cooperation,
It moved very quickly.
"See people."
Suddenly a team member exclaimed, and through the gap between the bricks and tiles, he could clearly see a woman being pressed underneath. Fortunately, there was a table blocking her, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous.
Seeing the person, the rescue team became more motivated and dug out the woman after a while. A pair of big scarred hands put the woman on a stretcher. During this period, the rescue team fed her.
Drink some water and eat some sugar.
Next, she will be sent to a nearby medical center, where doctors and nurses will take care of her. I believe she can recover as soon as possible.
Looking at the constantly busy rescue team, Messina's new mayor of Avila watched the constantly busy rescue team from a distance.
"Tell the rescue team to search and rescue for another three days, and then they will need to prepare to clear the rubble."
"Okay mayor, I will notify the rescue team soon."
The secretary took a pen and paper and recorded his orders.
"Also, send a report to Rome asking for another 5,000 tents, 20,000 sets of raincoats and boots, and engineering equipment. We don't have enough, and we need help."
Faced with Avila's detailed list, the secretary quickly finished writing. "Mayor, please see if what I wrote is correct. If it works, I will send a telegram to Rome immediately."
"It works, let's take it and send it."
After checking it, Avila returned it to the secretary.
After the secretary left, Avila looked at Messina full of ruins and was full of fighting spirit. He, the newly appointed mayor of Messina, succeeded Mayor Baloric who was killed in the earthquake. Before that, he
, Avila has served as deputy mayor and mayor in Barletta and Cagliari. His performance has been recognized by colleagues and superiors, and he is known as a capable and responsible official.
Currently in Messina, Mayor Avila is not only in charge of people's livelihood and government work. Because of Messina's special situation, he also serves as the local commander of Messina. It can be said that currently in Messina
All the soldiers and civilians were under his control. It can be said that all the powers that Rome should give were given to him.
And Avila has lived up to expectations. Although he has only been in office for less than five days, he has already given enough confidence to the survivors of Messina. The mess in Messina has been sorted out by Avila.
Yes, what looks like a mess to mediocre officials is an excellent opportunity for a capable person like Avila. In Rome, Avila also defeated several competitors to finally grab this position.
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Because as long as you make excellent results at such a critical moment, you will definitely be ten times better than usual, because this will leave a deep impression on the big bosses. This is very important for a motivated official.
important.
Of course, if you want to produce outstanding results that are eye-catching, you must have adequate abilities, otherwise you will not be able to achieve such results.
One more thing needs to be said here. According to official statistics, 80,000 people died in Messina in this earthquake and tsunami. The losses it suffered were not unserious. In addition to human losses, 95% of the buildings in Messina city
All collapsed in the earthquake. Even the buildings that did not collapse, most of them became dilapidated buildings. Now it can basically be said that Messina can start over in a different place.
But despite this, Avila, as the mayor, has his own ideas. He is not only thinking about disaster relief, but also making Messina better, which is equally important to him. But he needs some time to put it into practice.
The plan in your mind will become more perfect.
Messina, under the leadership of the mayor of Avila, is carrying out self-rescue. The same is true for other disaster-stricken areas in Italy, but Messina is severely affected.
Of course, Rome is also taking various measures to respond to the disaster caused by this earthquake. But for now, the most important response method is the allocation of funds.
Speaking of the issue of funds, the ministers in Rome are not comfortable with the future retention and transfer of funds.
"Everyone, I think you should also know about the losses caused by this Messina earthquake. According to current statistics, in this Messina earthquake, 116,000 people died in our country, 32,000 were injured, and houses collapsed
More than 80,000 houses were occupied, leaving nearly 800,000 people homeless, causing direct economic losses of 5 billion lire."
These strings of heavy figures made all the ministers present feel uncomfortable. The experienced ministers thought more at this time. The losses caused by the earthquake were so great, so they must increase revenue and reduce expenditures to pay for the damage caused by the earthquake.
Wound.
Sure enough, after Interior Minister Brugger reported the disaster situation, the king was seen saying, "Since this earthquake has caused such huge losses to the people of the kingdom, does the government have any countermeasures?"
Facing the king's question, Finance Minister Aldini stood up and said, "Your Majesty, in view of the current losses caused by the disaster, our Ministry of Finance is preparing to issue a batch of national bonds worth one billion lire for post-disaster relief and reconstruction work.
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Although the damage caused by the disaster was 5 billion lire, with one billion lire to pay off the national debt, the losses suffered can be compensated to some extent. I believe this will contribute to the peace and stability of the disaster-stricken areas.
After the finance minister finished speaking, Carlo looked at the prime minister.
Facing the king's gaze, Cruz certainly knew what he meant, and he said, "In view of the current need for post-disaster reconstruction in Messina, the national debt of one billion liras alone is a bit tight, and the government's preparations also need to reduce other preparations."
Spending is paving the way for disaster relief. So I decided that the government needs to reduce 180 million lire in spending and use it for disaster relief."
Prime Minister Cruz's words made the ministers a little uncomfortable. This requires 180 million lire to be squeezed out from various departments. This is really not a small amount. Without some rectification, this money is really difficult to squeeze out. But according to Prime Minister Cruz's style, no need
He will not give up until all departments are squeezed out 180 million lire.
After the Prime Minister finished speaking, the two ministers of the military are currently the most uncomfortable. Because since the government has made a statement, the military must not lag behind.
"I think……"
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After a fierce confrontation, the navy and the army finally decided to squeeze out 70 million lire of funds for disaster relief. The fact that the money could be obtained from the military was also due to the fact that the earthquake had caused too much damage. Secondly, the government
If the money has been paid, how can the military not do so?
With this squeezed out funds, plus the money from the issuance of national bonds, the people affected by the earthquake can get some living subsidies from the government.
Of course, there are many things to do in the reconstruction work, and the next step requires the full cooperation of the government.
