magnitude – n. a measurement of an earthquake’s intensity
centered – v. to place in the middle of something
chaos – n. disorder
pandemonium – n. uncontrolled activity
just in terms of - expression
relief needs – n. assistance, including necessities such as water, food and shelter
monsoon – n. a time when heavy rains are common
isolated – adj. separated from others
avalanche(s) – n. landslide; when a large amount of snow, ice, dirt and rocks slide down the side of a mountain