Documenting Nepal’s Earthquake Aftermath (2015)
In 2015, Nepal was struck by a series of devastating earthquakes. I joined a disaster relief team on a reconnaissance mission, documenting what I witnessed firsthand.
Birds resting on surviving phone wires in Kathmandu, Nepal, after the 2015 earthquake.
Locals gathered to stay warm in Kathmandu following the 2015 Nepal earthquake.
Members of a Korean rescue team assist in recovering victims from rubble in Kathmandu after the 2015 earthquake.
A Korean rescuer pauses briefly amid ongoing search-and-rescue operations in Kathmandu, Nepal.
A local bus stands idle in Kathmandu as it waits for passengers amid the post-earthquake recovery.
Beaten rice is among the essential food supplies handed out to affected communities in Kathmandu after the 2015 earthquake.
An elderly woman with an indifferent expression in Kathmandu, Nepal, after the 2015 earthquake.
A local volunteer organizes and packs aid supplies for distribution in Kathmandu after the 2015 earthquake.
A temporary setup in Kathmandu serves as a collection hub for donated goods following the earthquake.
A trio of volunteers contributing to relief efforts in post-earthquake Kathmandu.
An older woman waits patiently amid relief efforts in Kathmandu following the 2015 earthquake.
During a training session by TCSI staff in Kathmandu, a slight tremor caused panic among Nepalese volunteers sensitive from the earthquake experience.
Twin children spend time with their grandmother in Kathmandu during post-earthquake relief efforts.
This interesting little lady caught my attention. I found out that to date she has walked this earth 104 years – Kathmandu.
She stopped and posed. I obliged. I then showed her the photos I took of her. She expressed dislike of her walking images but smiled with content on this posed one – Kathmandu.
The Singapore humanitarian team gathered in Kathmandu supporting earthquake relief operations in 2015.
A woman pushing her cart of grilled corn, moving on with life in Kathmandu, Nepal.
An MI-8 helicopter hoovering up in Kathmandu sky during the 2015 earthquake relief operations.
Children are a blessing from God. It is amazing how God wires them to overcome disasters quickly and in turn infect the brokenhearted with cheer – Kathmandu.
Curious women observing in Dhading Besi, Nepal, after the 2015 earthquake.
Man looking out from his clothing store in Dhading Besi, Nepal, after the 2015 earthquake.
A traditional Nepalese meal served in Dhading Besi featuring rice, vegetables, dal curry, and chicken curry.
Returning to Kathmandu following humanitarian aid missions in Nepal.
Severe destruction caused by the earthquake in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk district of Nepal.
A local resident running errands in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk amid post-earthquake recovery.
A young girl warmly greets the camera in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk after the earthquake.
A family in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk stands united amidst post-earthquake recovery.
Students use to participate in lessons here in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk during recovery efforts. However its no longer safe due to damaged structure.
Though global attention fades, the people of Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk continue to endure hardship after the earthquake.
A reconnaissance team conducts assessments in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk after the earthquake.
A volunteer momentarily stops her relief work to smile for the camera in Lamosanghu, Sindhupalchowk.
Children enjoying moments of play and togetherness in Kathmandu during relief efforts.
Volunteers carefully prepare and seal lentil packs to support earthquake victims in Kathmandu.
A moment of friendship and support captured in Kathmandu during relief efforts.
A quiet back alley in Kathmandu’s city center, reflecting daily urban life.
A rickshaw puller transports passengers through the bustling streets of Kathmandu.
A beautiful sunset paints the sky over Kathmandu, marking the end of the day.
