Afghanistan earthquake death toll rises to 622: interior ministry
Summary
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan killed 622 people and injured over 1,500, with significant destruction in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces.
Key Points
- A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan just before midnight on Sunday.
- The earthquake killed 622 people and injured more than 1,500.
- 610 deaths and 1,300 injuries occurred in Kunar province with numerous houses destroyed.
- In Nangarhar province, 12 people were killed and 255 were injured.
