| Event: | EQ Earthquake |
| Number: | 2025-000153 |
| Country: | AFG Afghanistan |
| Location: | Nangahar, Kunar |
| Date (YMD): | 2025-8-31 |
| Time: | 11:47 |
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| Magnitude: | 6 SR |
| Information Source: | Afghanistan Red Crescent Society |
| Comments: | • A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 31 August at 11:47 PM, with the epicenter near Momand Dara (Nangarhar) and Nurgul (Kunar); tremor depth was 8-10 km, affecting Kunar, Nangarhar, and Laghman provinces.
• Initial information indicate that over 550 fatalities and 1,000+ injuries reported; 600 homes destroyed or damaged, with widespread displacement and disrupted road access due to landslides.
• Urgent needs include search and rescue, emergency healthcare, food and clean water, and road clearance to restore access. |
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