Summary
An earthquake in Afghanistan resulted in the death of eight family members in the Kabul province when their home collapsed. A two-year-old child survived with injuries. The quake was a magnitude 5.8 and originated in the Badakhshan province.
Key Facts
- An earthquake killed eight members of one family in the Kabul province of Afghanistan.
- The only survivor from the family was a child about two years old, who was injured.
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.8 and struck at 8:42 pm local time on Friday.
- The epicenter was located in the northeastern Badakhshan province.
- The quake was felt in several parts of Afghanistan, including Kabul, as well as in New Delhi, India, and parts of Pakistan.
- Afghanistan is located near tectonic plate boundaries, which often leads to earthquakes.
- On average, 560 people in Afghanistan die each year due to earthquakes.
- Previous significant earthquakes have caused extensive damage and loss of life, particularly due to the common use of poorly built houses.
