Photos from the ground: Devastating earthquake hits Nepal
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Nepal Saturday, causing an avalanche on Mount Everest and crumbling buildings in Katmandu, the capital.Nepal’s Home Ministry announced an initial death toll of 686, a number that is continuing to rise.We are collecting stories and photos from the ground and live updates on the death toll and damages as the story develops.
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Lauren Johnston
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Walking through the devastaion
Kashish Das Shrestha is walking through earthquake-toppled area describing what he sees:
Historic #earthquake in #Nepal; much lost, many to mourn, as much to rebuild.Hopefully worst is over.Stay alert, safe http://t.co/xLwn6JZ70a
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Dharahara tower is busy destination for families on weekends. Today, it collapsed trapping many. Rescue ops ongoing.http://t.co/wtuxDLkvWz
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HAUNTING SIGHT in #Kathmandu Durbar Square, where it is no more. Perhaps emblematic of tragedy across Nepal today http://t.co/yJLU0VDZtU
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BASANTAPUR DURBAR SQUARE IS GONE!!! http://t.co/HnauT0fDia
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25th Ward Youth Club have setup first aid relief center outside Taleju temple. Crowd set to spend night out here too http://t.co/Wz8Hi3t16x
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