Click to Read & See Photos: Nepal Earthquake Situation Update
Nepal Earthquake Situation Update (09 May 2015)
- A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on 25 April at 11:56 am, approximately 81 km from the capital, Barpak was the epicenter. This kind of quake was the strongest to hit Nepal in more than 80 years.
- Affected areas included the epicenter of the earthquake, Barpak, then Sindupalchok, Kathmandu Valley, Kavre, Nuwakot, Rasuwa, Dolakha, Kaski, Gorkha, and Lamjung.
- Old buildings and houses are also highly affected by this quake.
- The aid group said that although over 8,500 people are reported to have been killed, officials fear that the number will rise as rescue teams continue finding bodies through the rubble. At least another 15,000 people have been injured; tens of thousands have been left homeless.
- The government of Nepal has advised that urgent priority needs include shelter, food, water, sanitation, and medical supplies. But our focus should also be on long-term rehab.
Immediate Relief Response by Transformation Nepal
- Food, tarp, and toiletries were distributed to South Lalitpur, various places of Sindhupalchowk, Dolakha, and Ramechhap.
- Medical clinics were set up in the affected area.
Huge Appreciation
We express our heartfelt appreciation to all of you who have contributed to this relief effort. Without your support, we would not have been able to do what we do. We are still in the field actively helping people, so please continue to donate and be part of the restoration process.