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PHOTOS: Massive earthquake rocks Nepal, several buildings flattened

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April25/ 2015

An earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale hit Nepal, with several buildings being severely damaged.

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Residents were seen rushing out of their homes with several being rushed to hospitals in Nepal.

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Roads were caved in and several vehicles were damaged. The Nepal airport has been shut and flights are being diverted to India.

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In India, tremors were felt across the north and east with reports coming in from West Bengal, Assam, Jaipur, Ranchi, and Delhi.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to the President of Nepal and has assured him of all help. Modi has also convened an emergency meeting this afternoon.

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