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May 13, 2015
SHAKE AND BLOW
Dozens dead as new quake hits shattered Nepal
Kathmandu (AFP) May 12, 2015
A new earthquake and powerful aftershocks killed dozens of people and brought fresh terror to a traumatised Nepal on Tuesday as buildings already damaged in a monster quake last month came tumbling down. Weeks after the country's deadliest quake in more than 80 years, terrified residents once again fled into the streets as houses collapsed and landslides blocked roads, hampering the relief effort. Authorities in Nepal said at least 48 people were killed and more than 1,100 injured, while 17 peop ... read more
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DISASTER MANAGEMENT

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DISASTER MANAGEMENT

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DISASTER MANAGEMENT

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