A powerful earthquake measuring 6.0 in magnitude struck eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border on Sunday night. The epicenter was close to Jalalabad, a city in Nangarhar province known for its dense population and surrounding remote mountainous villages.
Authorities have reported that the disaster has resulted in:
- Over 800 deaths
- At least 2,800 injuries
The earthquake caused extensive damage, destroying homes and infrastructure, and trapping numerous people under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing but face considerable difficulties due to:
- Rugged mountainous terrain
- Adverse weather conditions
The Taliban government has made an urgent plea to the international community for assistance to aid in rescue and relief efforts. Both helicopters and ground teams continue their search for survivors, even as concerns rise about an increasing death toll.
This event ranks among the deadliest recent earthquakes in Afghanistan. The tremors were perceptible more than 100 miles away, including in the capital city, Kabul, as well as neighboring Pakistan and India. Numerous villages have been completely destroyed, leaving local residents struggling to recover from this devastating tragedy.
Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for continued updates on this evolving situation.
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