Title: Nepal shaken by a deadly earthquake: the country in search of survival
Introduction :
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on the night of Friday, November 3. With a magnitude of 5.6, this earthquake caused the death of at least 132 people and left more than 100 injured. Jajarkot and Rukum districts, located south of the epicenter, were the hardest hit. Emergency services are mobilizing to find survivors among the rubble. This latest earthquake is a reminder of Nepal’s vulnerability to earthquakes, due to its position on a major geological fault.
The consequences of the earthquake:
The 5.6 magnitude earthquake caused major damage in Jajarkot and Rukum districts. Mud houses were destroyed or damaged, leaving many survivors seeking safe shelter from possible collapse. Rescue work, still ongoing, has resulted in at least 132 deaths and more than 100 injuries. Nepalese authorities are deploying security forces in the region to help with relief operations.
The challenges of relief operations:
The remote nature of the affected districts makes the transmission of information and access to disaster areas difficult. Some roads were blocked due to earthquake damage, further complicating relief efforts. Nevertheless, the Nepalese authorities are doing everything possible to reach the affected areas and offer emergency medical assistance to the injured.
Nepal’s situation in the face of earthquakes:
Nepal lies on a major geological fault, where the Indian tectonic plate pushes into the Eurasian plate, forming the Himalayan range. This position exposes the country to frequent and devastating earthquakes. In 2015, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killed nearly 9,000 people and destroyed much infrastructure, including schools and historic monuments. Despite reconstruction efforts since this disaster, Nepal remains vulnerable to earthquakes.
International solidarity:
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his deep sadness over this new tragedy and expressed India’s solidarity with the people of Nepal. Countries around the world are also offering assistance to Nepal to support relief and reconstruction efforts.
Conclusion :
Nepal is once again facing the devastating reality of earthquakes. The country, already hard hit in 2015, must face reconstruction and preparation for future disasters. International solidarity remains essential to help Nepal recover from these tragedies and strengthen its resilience in the face of geological hazards.