April 14 2010

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake has hit the Southern Qinghai province of China at 23.49GMT on 13 April. Over 300 people have so far died and 8,000 injured, according to early estimates.

Merlin is not currently planning an emergency response, however the situation is being monitored closely as it develops.

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