(Adnkronos) – The death toll from the magnitude 6 earthquake that struck Kunar province in eastern Afghanistan has risen to at least 900 dead and 3,000 injured. Local authorities report that rescuers continue to search for survivors.
Afghanistan earthquake, death toll rises to 900, 3,000 injured
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