Earthquake footage Kathmandu

Live footage captured the devastating earthquake that struck opposite Kathmandu Mall on April 25, 2015. With a staggering magnitude of 8.1Ms, this earthquake unleashed destruction across Nepal, leaving a trail of damage estimated at around $5 billion—an amount equivalent to roughly one-quarter of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The seismic event was one of the most powerful to hit the region in decades, causing widespread loss of life and reducing buildings to rubble in mere moments.

In addition to the immense human and infrastructural toll, the earthquake also triggered remarkable geological changes. It is believed that the tremor caused the world’s tallest peak, Mount Everest, to shift three centimeters to the southwest. This slight movement serves as a reminder of the incredible forces at play beneath the Earth's surface, forces that have the power to reshape entire landscapes in seconds. For a country like Nepal, where towering mountains and deep valleys are integral to both its identity and economy, these shifts highlight the vulnerability of the region to such natural disasters.

The 2015 Nepal earthquake also sparked a global response, with humanitarian aid flowing in from countries and organizations worldwide. Recovery and rebuilding efforts continue to this day, as Nepal strives to restore what was lost and strengthen its resilience against future seismic events. The earthquake serves as a sobering example of how fragile human civilization can be in the face of natural forces, but it also underscores the importance of preparedness, scientific research, and international cooperation in minimizing the impact of such disasters.
Its is believed that the world's tallest peak, Mount Everest, moved three centimetres to the southwest because of the Nepal earthquake.

Check the video with the live footage of the earthquake: