A 7.9 earthquake struck near the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu on Saturday, killing hundreds and triggering avalanches on Mt. Everest. The government of Nepal has issued a state of emergency.
According to reports, the quake, measured 7.9 in magnitude, struck at around noon local time. It also hit parts of northern India. Hundreds of people are reported dead, many more are trapped under the rubble.
A police official said that at least 1,130 people are confirmed dead, with the number expected to rise, theAssociated Press reported.
The Nepalese minister for information told the Washington Post that the number of dead had reached over 1,400.
The government also said the final death toll could be three times the latest numbers, the Washington Postreported.
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