But, they report the extent of devastation caused by the powerful quake is hampering their relief efforts.

但是，他们报告说，强烈地震造成的灾害程度阻碍着他们的救援努力。

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NATURAL disasters strike rich countries as well as needy ones, but the trail of devastation they leave behind is usually far greater in poor places.

穷国和富国同样会遭受自然灾害，可是灾害过后贫穷地区则要面对更加残酷的景象。

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In Thailand at the Tsunami conference earlier this month, journalists asked me about WHO's concern about health risks during the first days of devastation.

在本月初于泰国举行的海啸问题会议上，记者们向我询问有关遭受破坏后的最初几天中世卫组织所关注的卫生危害。

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Indeed,those wrenching scenes of devastation remind us not only of our common humanity, but also of our common responsibilities,".

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Life seems to be back to normal. However,in the small coastal communities hit hard by the tsunami, signs of devastation and loss are everywhere.

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Local officials say it could take months to clean up the pockets of devastation.

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Seriously, you could make a movie out of such a stirring tale of devastation and recovery.

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Last night, though, there was only shock, the kind of devastation that precedes mourning.

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All of these distinct threats require quite distinct policy responses that can balance the risks with the levels of devastation.

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