This handout photo provided by Nepal Prime Minister's Office shows an earthquake-affected area in northwestern Nepal, Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Helicopters and ground troops rushed to help people hurt in a strong earthquake that shook northwestern Nepal districts just before midnight Friday, killing more than 100 people and injuring dozens dozens more, officials said Saturday. (Nepal Prime Minister's Office via AP)
Nepal Earthquake
(Nepal) – Authorities say that more than 150 people have been killed after a magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck in Nepal. They say the death toll is expected to rise. It happened around 300 miles west of Kathmandu around 12:00 AM local time. Reports indicate the resulting landslides and spilled debris have cut off entire mountain villages.
Hundreds of people are injured. A regional hospital quickly became overwhelmed with victims, forcing officials to airlift additional victims to hospitals located in nearby districts.
