Sounds Detected Near School Buried in Philippines

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Published February 20, 2006 at 1:19 PM EST

A U.S. Chinook helicopter drops off logistical supplies and military personnel at the command base for rescue operations near the devastated village of Guinsaugon in central Philippines, Feb. 20, 2006.

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