It was about 6.4 in Sichuan, which translates to mild shaking over here. Unlike previous aftershocks this one was a sizeable earthquake in its own right, and I actually felt it. I wouldn't have if I was asleep (again!), but I was teaching when it happened. I must have been standing in a stable spot, because I didn't even realise until one of the staff came in and said to get everyone out. Once in the corridor, I could feel the shaking - it lasted a surprisingly long time. We got all the kids to stand in the corners or hide under their chairs, and once the shaking had stopped for good everyone left the building. The parents were very swift in collecting their children! Most were gone before I even got downstairs. I kept one or two entertained while they waited for their parents - they didn't have to wait long, though.
I'm guessing it's pretty bad in Sichuan, especially in places where relief efforts are ongoing. I haven't heard anything about the situation there.
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