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Flemish doctor Yenthe Peeters testifies from Nepal: 'You feel the desperation of the people'

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • A Flemish doctor in Kathmandu describes the desperate situation and chaos in Nepalese hospitals following a disaster.
  • Rescue operations face difficulties in establishing structure amidst the overwhelming needs.
  • The doctor warns that the visible damage is likely only a fraction of the full extent of the crisis.

Flemish doctor Yenthe Peeters is witnessing the aftermath of a disaster in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, describing a scene of profound desperation. "The emergency services are doing everything they can, but it is difficult to bring structure to the rescue operations," she stated, highlighting the immense challenges faced by those on the ground.

Peeters' testimony paints a grim picture of the chaos unfolding within the city's hospitals. The influx of casualties and the strain on resources have created a critical situation, as medical personnel grapple with the overwhelming scale of the crisis. Adding to the anxiety is the looming fear of a potential new flood wave, which could further exacerbate the already dire circumstances.

The emergency services are doing everything they can, but it is difficult to bring structure to the rescue operations.

— Yenthe PeetersDescribing the challenges faced by rescue efforts.

Speaking from the heart of the affected region, the doctor offered a stark warning: "We are only seeing the tip of the iceberg." This statement suggests that the full extent of the devastation and human suffering may be far greater than what is immediately apparent, underscoring the urgent need for continued and extensive international aid.

We are only seeing the tip of the iceberg.

— Yenthe PeetersWarning about the potential scale of the disaster.
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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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