Nepal was rocked by an earthquake measuring a 7.8 magnitude at noon local time on Saturday. Following Saturday's quake, another aftershock produced a 6.7 tremor on Sunday. The death toll has now risen to 4,800. The death toll is expected to rise after the clearing of ruble and destruction.
Sushil Koirala, the Nepalese Prime Minister said on Tuesday the death toll could reach 10,000. On Mount Everest, the earthquake triggered an avalanche killing 17 people on the mountain. Historic temples and key cultural architecture has also been destroyed.
Recovery from this quake is difficult. Access to roads has been near impossible. This has caused remote villages to suffer from not receiving key aid. Hospitals are overcrowded and lack some fundamental resources. Unicef said nearly 1 million children are currently at risk.
Sushil Koirala, the Nepalese Prime Minister said on Tuesday the death toll could reach 10,000. On Mount Everest, the earthquake triggered an avalanche killing 17 people on the mountain. Historic temples and key cultural architecture has also been destroyed.
Recovery from this quake is difficult. Access to roads has been near impossible. This has caused remote villages to suffer from not receiving key aid. Hospitals are overcrowded and lack some fundamental resources. Unicef said nearly 1 million children are currently at risk.
The Nepalese government has appealed for international aid, and relief workers said they are in need of supplies, food, and water.
Written By: Lauren B. I @laurenbeal
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