The latest in the series of earthquakes to hit Nepal since the past year, the recent 6.4 magnitude one on 3rd November 2023, is the biggest since 2015.

This disaster's impact is multiplied, especially on the vulnerable population, which is still struggling to recover from the previous earthquakes. 

Jajarkum and Rukum are reportedly the worst-hit regions. 

The UN office reports that following the landslides due to the quake,  access to these regions has been compromised and efforts are underway to repair and reopen the roadways.

UNICEF estimates that children are the most at risk as thousands of impacted school children require urgent support for basic healthcare, hygiene, nutrition, water, sanitation, and education. 

UN reports that its current priority is search & rescue, trauma care and the provision of  warm shelter, food, and clothing among the 1.3 million affected.