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How big was the earthquake in Afghanistan?

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A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck near Jalalabad, Afghanistan, causing significant casualties and damage.

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Over 600 killed after 6.0 magnitude quake rocks Afghanistan

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  • More than 600 people have been killed in an earthquake in eastern Afghanistan.
  • The 6.0 magnitude quake struck near Jalalabad and triggered strong aftershocks. 8s
  • At least 1,500 people have been injured, with officials warning numbers could rise. 17s
  • Rescue operations are ongoing in Kunar province and people are searching rubble in Nangarhar. 24s
  • A previous deadly earthquake in 2023 killed around 1,600 people in Afghanistan. 40s
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Over 600 killed after 6.0 magnitude quake rocks Afghanistan

The earthquake was a 6.0 magnitude quake that struck near the city of Jalalabad.

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