• 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.