Nepal Earthquake Flashcards
What date did it happen on?
25th April 2015.
What was the magnitude?
7.8
What countries did it affect?
Nepal, India, and China.
How many people died?
9,000
How many people were injured?
22,000
What other hazard did the earthquake cause?
An avalanche on Pumori, killing 22 people at the Everest base camp.
How many homes were destroyed?
600,000
What was the capital of Nepal and what major building fell in the earthquake?
The capital was Kathmandu, and the major building lost was the Bhimsen tower.
What was an immediate response to the earthquake?
An aid effort from countries around the globe.
What did the government do in December?
Set up a National Reconstruction Authority to oversee repairs.
What did the government do in 2016?
Prioritized protecting against earthquakes in the future
