Massive Earthquake In Nepal-Tibet Kills 95, Injures 130; Urgent First-Aid Supplies Needed For Survivors

A massive earthquake of 7.1 magnitude in Nepal-Tibet border has cause 95 fatalities and at least 130 injuries. Check the list of urgent first-aid supplies that must be provided to survivors.

A massive earthquake of 7.1 magnitude struck the Nepal-Tibet border region today claiming at least 95 lives and injuring more than 130. As per media reports, the tremors of the quake was also felt in parts of India like Bihar, West Bengal and Assam. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the epicentre was in Tingri county in Shigatse city, 400 km southwest of Tibet's capital Lhasa, also bordring Nepal. The quake was recorded at 6:35 am which was followed by two aftershocks, state's NCS data. The magnitude of the two aftershocks has been recorded of 4.7 at 7 am and 4.9 at 7:07 am. Tremors were felt in parts of Northern India but there have been no reports of damage.

A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 takes a huge toll on the region, the people, and animals. Here is a list of urgent first-aid supplies that must be provided to survivors.

Supplies For Basic First-Aid For Survivors

• Sterile gauze pads and bandages
• Adhesive bandages of various sizes
• Elastic bandages for sprains or strains
• Adhesive tape
• Cotton balls and cotton swabs
• Antiseptic creams or ointment
• Antiseptic wipes or alcohol pads
• Tweezers for removing debris or splinters
• Scissors for cutting tape, gauze, or clothing

Supplies For Wound Care

• Tourniquets (for severe bleeding)
• Hydrocolloid bandages for blisters (common after walking over rubble)
• Sterile dressings for large wounds
• Burn gel or burn dressings (for burns from debris or fires)

Supplies For Pain Relief

• Anti-inflammatory medication
• Cold packs for swelling or pain relief
• Pain relievers
• Thermometers to monitor fever

Supplies To Prevent Infection

• Antibiotic ointments to prevent infections in open wounds
• Face masks
• Hand sanitizers or disinfectant gel

Emergency Medical Equipment Supplies

• CPR masks if people experience respiratory emergencies
• Thermal blankets to prevent hypothermia
• Splints or sam splints to treat fractures
• Instant ice packs to treat sprains, strains, or swelling
• Oxygen masks for severe breathing difficulties
• First-aid manual