LIC CS : Nepal earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
When was the earthquake
A
2105
2
Q
Causes
A
On destructive plate margin, involving Indo-Australian and Eurasian plates
3
Q
What was the magnitude and focus
A
7.9 magnitude and 15km deep
4
Q
How many people effected
A
9000 dead
20,000 injured
3 million left homeless
8 million effected
5
Q
How many homes destroyed
A
250,000 homes collapsed or were damaged
6
Q
What other natural disasters did it cause
A
Landslides and avalanches caused flooding leading to more deaths
7
Q
Management in place
A
Individuals tried to rescue others
Heavily relied on Aid from other countries such as rescue teams
98% of rubble remained after 6 months
