article_snippet.sent: (CNN)The clamor and chaos of the previous day has dissipated by the time we arrive at Kathmandu's only airport.
article_snippet.sent: The mad rush of 24 hours previously, in those first confusing, cacophonous hours following the 7.8-magnitude earthquake near the Nepali capital, had died down.
article_snippet.sent: Follow the latest coverage of Nepal earthquake .
article_snippet.sent: It is an overwhelming introduction to this city that, less than 48 hours ago, was hit by the worst earthquake this country has experienced in 80 years.
article_snippet.sent: I raced here after the earthquake.
highlights_snippet.sent: Tremors subside finally in Kathmandu, but after-effects of Saturday's staggering tragedy will be felt for years .
  