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26 Apr 2015

Author:
Tajha Chappellet-Lanier, NPR

How Tech Firms Are Helping People In The Nepal Earthquake Zone

As the nation struggles to deal with the devastation of a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that has left more than 4,000 people dead, information about survivors, those still in danger and what resources are needed is in high demand. Tech and telecom companies are stepping up to offer much needed services. From Apple to Viber, each has something a little bit different to offer.

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