Rescuers in Afghanistan race to reach remote quake-hit mountain villages
Summary
Rescue efforts are underway in remote mountain villages of Kunar, Afghanistan, after an earthquake killed over 800 people and injured more than 2,800, with aid delivery hampered by difficult terrain and weather.
Key Points
- An earthquake of magnitude 6 struck eastern Afghanistan, killing 812 people and injuring over 2,800.
- Rescue operations started in accessible villages of Kunar with focus now on reaching remote mountain areas.
- Mountainous terrain, damaged roads, and bad weather hinder aid delivery and rescue efforts.
- Taliban administration and international organizations are involved in delivering aid amidst Afghanistan's strained resources.
