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Key events and updates
Earthquake in Nepal
As of 27 November 2023
Situation overview [updates]
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On 3rd November 2023, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Karnali Province in western Nepal. A total of 154 fatalities and 934 injurie have been reported since with an estimated 250,000 people, including 80,000 children, currently in need of humanitarian aid.
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Many of the affected continue to live in temporary, makeshift shelters which has led to a few additional deaths highlighting the urgent need for warm clothing and proper shelter.
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The primary health needs include managing risk of water-borne diseases, providing essential medications for common illnesses, addressing mental health, and ensuring first aid and maternal health services.
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Damaged health facilities continue to face challenges delivering full healthcare services
Public Health Response [updates]
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Focus on WASH, nutrition, and vaccination in inter-cluster meetings.
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Seven teams reported findings from rapid health and nutrition assessments.
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Installation of five medical tents by UNICEF for basic services.
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Support from partners for chlorine tablets for water purification.
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Provision of technical support to establish a temporary primary hospital in Barekot Rural Municipality.