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Devastating Earthquake Rocks Eastern Afghanistan: Over 250 Dead, 500 Injured

    A strong earthquake in eastern Afghanistan kills at least 250 people and injures 500
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    KABUL – An intense earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan, close to the Pakistani border, devastating numerous villages and causing significant destruction. Officials reported that at least 250 individuals have lost their lives, and at least 500 have been injured. The numbers are expected to rise as search and rescue teams continue to reach the affected regions.

    The tremor occurred late Sunday, impacting several towns within Kunar province near Jalalabad, located in the adjacent Nangarhar province. At 11:47 p.m., the earthquake measured 6.0 in magnitude and was situated 27 kilometers (17 miles) east-northeast of Jalalabad, as confirmed by the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake’s shallow depth of just 8 kilometers (5 miles) increased its potential to inflict damage.

    The Kunar Disaster Management Authority reported that in districts like Nur Gul, Soki, Watpur, Manogi, and Chapadare, at least 250 fatalities and 500 injuries occurred.

    “Rescue efforts continue in the area, with several villages entirely demolished. The numbers of deceased and injured are still evolving. Medical teams from Kunar, Nangarhar, and Kabul have arrived to provide assistance,” stated Sharafat Zaman, the public health ministry’s spokesperson.

    He said many areas had not been able to report casualties figures and that “the numbers were expected to change” as death and injuries are reported.

    Jalalabad, being a busy trade hub due to its closeness to Pakistan and an important border crossing, holds a population of around 300,000, although its metropolitan area is larger. The city features low-rise buildings primarily made from concrete and brick, while its outskirts house structures of mud bricks and wood, many of inadequate construction.

    Jalalabad also has considerable agriculture and farming, including citrus fruit and rice, with the Kabul River flowing through the city.

    Previously, on October 7, 2023, Afghanistan endured a magnitude 6.3 earthquake, followed by intense aftershocks. The Taliban government estimated the death toll at no less than 4,000.

    The U.N. gave a far lower death toll of about 1,500. It was the deadliest natural disaster to strike Afghanistan in recent memory.

    Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

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