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6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan, Nine Dead

8/31/2025

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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit southeastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border on August 31, 2025, at 11:47 p.m. local time.
The epicenter was located 22 miles north of Basawul, at a depth of 6.2 miles.
The earthquake resulted in at least nine fatalities and over 20 injuries, prompting ongoing rescue efforts.
This region is known for its seismic activity and frequent significant earthquakes.

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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit southeastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border on August 31, 2025, at 11:47 p.m. local time.
The epicenter was located 22 miles north of Basawul, at a depth of 6.2 miles.
The earthquake resulted in at least nine fatalities and over 20 injuries, prompting ongoing rescue efforts.
This region is known for its seismic activity and frequent significant earthquakes.