China’s Gansu earthquake kills at least 127 people: What to know

Subzero temperatures have complicated rescue efforts in Jishishan and affected areas [China Daily via Reuters]

A powerful magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck China’s remote Gansu province at midnight on Monday, killing at least 127 and injuring more than 700 people.

Relief and rescue teams have been facing challenges as roads and public infrastructures have been damaged, with such subzero temperatures further adding to the problem.