Nepal earthquake of 2015: Facts & Related Content

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Facts

Also Known As Gorkha earthquake
Date April 25, 2015
Location Nepal

Did You Know?

  • Stormy weather obstructed rescue efforts after the earthquake.
  • Four of the region's seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, one of which dates back to the third century, were damaged.
  • The area has suffered the largest earthquakes in the Himalayas.

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