In Zunyi's Bifeng town in Guizhou province, a rescuer sleeps on his helmet. [Photo by Fire Rescue Detachment of Zunyi City/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Rescuers wash their faces in a mountain stream. [Photo by Fire Rescue Detachment of Zunyi City/For chinadaily.com.cn]

After several consecutive hours of work, a rescuer seizes a moment to eat. [Photo by Fire Rescue Detachment of Zunyi City/For chinadaily.com.cn]

An exhausted rescuer fell asleep after 36 consecutive hours of work. [Photo by Fire Rescue Detachment of Zunyi City/For chinadaily.com.cn]