An earthquake destroys villages in eastern Afghanistan and kills 800 people, with 2,500 injured
Summary
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan's Kunar province has killed over 800 people and injured at least 2,500, causing widespread destruction and ongoing rescue efforts.
Key Points
- A strong 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, primarily affecting Kunar province, killing over 800 and injuring 2,500 people.
- Most casualties occurred in Kunar, with significant damage to homes made of poor construction materials such as mud bricks and wood.
- Rescue operations are ongoing with medical teams from Kunar, Nangarhar, and Kabul involved, but many remote areas remain difficult to access.
- This earthquake follows a previous deadly 6.3 magnitude quake in October 2023 that claimed thousands of lives.
