In the early hours of Monday, a powerful earthquake shook remote districts of eastern Afghanistan, claiming 500 lives and injuring more than 1,000 others, state-run Radio and Television of Afghanistan (RTA) reported.
Hospitals in the affected region are overwhelmed as medical teams work around the clock. Community volunteers have joined forces with local aid groups, racing to search through rubble and deliver urgent care to survivors.
The quake struck areas where rugged terrain and limited infrastructure can delay rescue operations and supply deliveries. Local authorities are coordinating relief efforts while international organizations monitor the situation and stand ready to assist.
For globally minded readers—from digital nomads to business innovators—this tragedy underscores both the unpredictability of natural disasters and the strength of community-led response. As the situation unfolds, solidarity and swift aid remain critical to support those impacted in eastern Afghanistan.
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