Nationwide 3 Days of Mourning for the Victims of Wenchuan Earthquake

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english.gov.cn/2008-05/18/content_981602.htm

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The public are asked to stand in silence for three minutes from 2:28 p.m. on Monday, while automobiles, trains, and ships would sound their air sirens.

Flags are to be kept at half-mast and all public amusements will be suspended for three days from Monday as China begins an official mourning period for victims of the May 12 earthquake.

China's missions abroad were also ordered to observe the order, and condolence books are to be opened in the Foreign Ministry and Chinese embassies and consulates around the world.

Contributed by echhoe

6 months, 2 weeks ago

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