At least 800 people killed as earthquake hits eastern Afghanistan
Summary
A powerful earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan, causing over 800 deaths and injuring at least 2,800 people. The Afghan government is working with international partners to provide aid and rescue efforts in the affected areas.Key Facts
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 6.1 and struck just before midnight on Sunday.
- Over 800 people died, and at least 2,800 were injured in the provinces of Kunar and Nangarhar.
- Helicopters transported the injured to hospitals, and rescue teams searched for survivors.
- The Afghan Ministry of Defence sent 30 doctors and 800 kilograms of medical supplies to help.
- Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes due to its location near tectonic plates.
- The United Nations and countries like Iran and China have offered aid and support.
- The earthquake risk is higher in mountainous regions, which can trigger landslides.
- In October 2023, another major earthquake in Afghanistan resulted in over 2,000 deaths.
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