The identities of some of the victims in the mudslide that struck Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Aug. 26 have been confirmed, the mudslide emergency rescue command center announced Monday.
Forty-three people had been confirmed dead and 519 others remained missing as of 6 p.m. Saturday, according to the latest tally. A total of 261 foreign nationals from 23 countries were among the missing.
A team of experts has been established to identify the victims. More than 60 forensic specialists have been dispatched to the site, with three dedicated laboratories equipped with advanced instruments now in operation.
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