A 6.4 magnitude earthquake in northwestern Nepal has claimed 157 lives, with ongoing rescue operations. The quake, felt in New Delhi over 800 kilometers away, disrupted communications. A 4.2-magnitude aftershock worsened conditions, causing extensive damage to houses. The event is the most devastating since 2015, with echoes of trauma. Nepal's vulnerability to disasters necessitates international assistance for recovery and reconstruction. The situation remains dynamic, emphasising the urgent need for coordinated relief efforts.
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00:03 The death toll in Nepal quake has risen to 157.
00:13 There have been a few strong aftershocks also.
00:16 Rescue operations are in full swing.
00:18 A devastating earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4
00:21 struck northwestern Nepal, claiming
00:23 the lives of at least 150 people and leaving dozens injured.
00:27 The impact reached India's national capital, New Delhi,
00:30 over 800 kilometers away.
00:32 The US Geological Survey initially
00:34 reported a magnitude of 5.6 with the epicenter in Jajarkot,
00:39 approximately 250 miles northeast of Kathmandu.
00:43 The death toll is expected to rise
00:44 as communication with affected areas remains disrupted.
00:48 A 4.2 magnitude aftershock occurred in Jajarkot,
00:52 highlighting the situation.
00:54 Home ministry officials reported 1,800 houses completely
00:57 damaged in Jajarkot and 2,500 in Rukum West.
01:01 The earthquake is the most devastating
01:04 since the 2015 disaster that claimed 9,000 lives.
01:08 Search and rescue operations are ongoing,
01:10 and injured individuals have been
01:11 transported to hospitals in the foothills
01:14 with potential airlifts to India.
01:16 The 2015 earthquake's trauma still echoes,
01:19 and the recent seismic event highlights
01:21 Nepal's vulnerability to natural disasters.
01:24 The nation grapples not only with the immediate impact,
01:27 but also with the daunting task of rebuilding infrastructure
01:30 and supporting affected communities.
01:33 International assistance may play a crucial role
01:35 in addressing the aftermath and aiding the country
01:38 in its recovery efforts.
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