in january,2008, almost half provinces in our country were struck by the largest snow disaster in the past fifty years. in many places, streets were blocked; houses fell down and supplies were short. almost 100 million people in trouble.

　　our party and government showed great concern to the local people. a lot of money and supplies were sent to snow struck places. despite the extremely weather and great danger, the pla men took an active part in the struggle against the snow. they cleared away snow, sent supplies and rescued people in danger. they always appeared where they were most needed.

　　through the whole nation’s efforts, the translation returned to normal; food and vegetables were supplied in time, and all the people in out country had a happy and meaningful spring festival.