Aftershocks ( 13th May)

I am just finishing preparations for the flight to Kathmandu tomorrow. After the second earthquake we have had this latest advisory about aftershocks.


I arrive on the 15th May, so will need to keep alert to this risk.

As is normal, there will continue to be many, felt aftershocks that do little or no damage. Some

aftershocks may be strong enough to be felt widely throughout the area and may cause
additional damage, particularly to vulnerable structures and those already weakened by the

mainshock and the aftershocks. Although aftershocks may occur less often, people should

remain aware of the possibility of aftershocks in the coming weeks and months,
especially when working in or around vulnerable structures or in landslide-prone areas.

• Within the week of May 13 to May 19, the USGS estimates that the chance of at least

one magnitude 5 to 6 aftershock is about 80% and 0 to 4 such events may occur.