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Afghanistan: 14 dead, 78 injured after 6.3-magnitude earthquake

Afghanistan: 14 Dead, 78 Injured After 6.3-magnitude Earthquake

A massive 6.3-magnitude earthquake rocked western Afghanistan on Saturday, resulting in 14 deaths and 78 injuries, the AFP reported, citing officials. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the epicenter was 40 kilometers (25 miles) northwest of Herat, the region's largest city. Following the main quake, five aftershocks with magnitudes between 4.6 and 6.3 were also documented. With landslides and collapsed buildings, the death toll may continue to rise, per emergency service.



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