Nepal Earthquake (IMAGE) Oregon State University Caption The massive subduction zone earthquake that hit Nepal in 2015 also caused thousands of landslides. Credit (Photo courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.