Deadly earthquake hits northern Afghanistan
Summary
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, causing at least 20 deaths and injuring over 500 people. The quake's epicenter was near the town of Khulm, and responders are working in affected areas like Balkh and Samangan provinces.Key Facts
- A 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit northern Afghanistan.
- At least 20 people died, and more than 500 were injured.
- The earthquake's epicenter was 22 km west-southwest of Khulm.
- The quake occurred at 12:59 am local time.
- In Shahr-e-Bozorg district, 800 homes were damaged or destroyed.
- Rescuers are working to help those affected in Balkh and Samangan.
- Rescue teams are helping injured people in the hardest-hit areas.
- A rockslide temporarily blocked a major highway but has been cleared.
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