According to officials, 138 aftershocks have been recorded since the twin 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes struck late Wednesday, causing widespread destruction.
The family members who perished included a father, mother, four daughters, and two sons. In addition to the deaths, a child was reported injured in the...
Emergency teams have been deployed to inspect damaged structures and assist affected residents as aftershocks continue to rattle the region.
Ratwatte said homes in the affected region were largely “mud- and wooden-roof structures, so when the walls collapse the roof is what basically for the individuals...