Abstract:The Wenchuan earthquake of 2008 has brought great disaster and loss of treasure to Sichuan and Gansu provinces, leaving valuable experience and lessons, as well as a profound warning. In the post-disaster reconstruction, in consideration of both the characteristics of the disaster and the current local economy, questions of how to scientifically formulate a reconstruction planning system while simultaneously innovating the reconstruction model and management mechanism are of paramount importance. Accelerating the rate of progress is a fundamental guarantee of a high-quality reconstruction. Improvements in the quality of life of affected residents, including vigorous economic recovery and revitalization and the promotion of social harmony and stability, are also critical. It is also critical to scientifically factor potential future earthquake risks into the reconstruction, to prevent and minimize earthquake loss through practical and feasible earthquake mitigation measures. This article summarizes the earthquake hazard in Gansu Province caused by the Wenchuan earthquake of ten years ago. Based on the restoration and reconstruction work in the disaster areas, we expound upon the principles and characteristics of the reconstruction planning system. From the perspectives of innovation, the strengthening of social management, the development of supporting policies, the improvement of fundamental capacities, and the prevention of disaster risks, this article analyzes and summarizes the main post-disaster reconstruction and its results. The results reflect the improvements the national and local governments have made in adhering to scientific principles, democratic rule, and rule in accordance with the laws of a service-oriented government of the people. This paper also provides important experience and information regarding reconstruction of many types of natural disaster sites.
