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The report is regarding the emergency appeal. On November 3, 2023, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Jajarkot district in Nepal, causing widespread destruction. The epicenter was identified as Ramidanda in Jajarkot. The impact affected 11 districts, with Jajarkot and Rukum West being the worst hit. The National Emergency Operation Centre reported 157 deaths and hundreds injured, affecting around 35,321 households. The earthquake poses a significant risk to approximately 250,000 people, marking the largest quake since 2015. The vulnerable population in the area, already facing socio economic challenges, is expected to be profoundly affected. The Nepal Red Cross Society has been actively providing life-saving services, and the Emergency Operations Center is coordinating relief efforts with district chapters and other stakeholders.