The number of dead following a massive earthquake which devastated parts of Nepal has risen to over 1,100, according to police in the country.
Thousands more have been injured in the tremor measuring 7-point-9 on the Richter scale.
Many more are feared trapped under rubble.
The quake triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest, which killed at least ten climbers.
The Nepalese government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas, and is appealing to the international community for help.
Emer Mullins of Oxfam Ireland says there are scenes of mass devastation and hospitals are overwhelmed.
