All Hands Volunteers Deploys to Nepal After Earthquake

All Hands Volunteers Deploys to Nepal After Earthquake Devastates Country

On April 25th a 7.8 earthquake hit Nepal near the capital city of Kathmandu, and reports confirm thousands of fatalities and mass destruction throughout the country. Over 3,000 people were killed by the earthquake, and as rescue teams search the rubble for survivors the death toll is expected to rise.

Strong aftershocks are still shaking the country, the largest measuring at a 6.7 magnitude. Due to the destruction of infrastructure and homes during the initial earthquake, tens of thousands are now homeless and living outdoors, where they are especially vulnerable to these aftershocks.

Gathering news from remote villages has been a challenge since many of the roads and trails are blocked by rubble. The few stories from these surrounding areas that have emerged echo what is being heard around the country: the damage is vast, and help is desperately needed.

Upon receiving news of this disaster, All Hands immediately began to monitor the situation. Our first Disaster Assessment Response Team member will arrive in Nepal on Tuesday, April 28, to assess the aftermath of the earthquake from the ground and coordinate with other aid agencies. Once Search and Rescue deems it safe, more DART members will arrive in-country to assist in the response.

All Hands Volunteers is a US-based, non-profit organization that addresses the immediate and long-term needs of communities impacted by natural disasters.

To learn more about All Hands Volunteers, please visit hands.org.

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