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Urgent Call for Aid as Communities Reel from Tremors
The western province of Herat in Afghanistan has been rocked by a magnitude 6.3 earthquake, marking the third seismic event since the powerful quakes on October 7 that tragically claimed the lives of more than 2,000 people. These series of earthquakes have resulted in the destruction of entire villages, burying families, and leaving thousands of residents homeless, just as the harsh winter season approaches.
On Sunday, at approximately 8 a.m. local time (02:30 GMT), Herat experienced another devastating earthquake. The United States Geological Survey reported that the epicenter was located 33 kilometers (21 miles) northwest of Herat City.
According to reports from Save the Children, four individuals have tragically lost their lives, and Herat Regional Hospital has received 153 injured individuals. The Baloch area of Rabat Sangi district has witnessed structural collapses, while several villages have been razed to the ground, as confirmed by the aid group. It is important to note that authorities have provided lower casualty figures.
New Video of Herat Earthquake Devastation pic.twitter.com/pF8C5GnuPC
— Afghan Sustainable Economic Foundation -ASEF (@AfghanSEF) October 13, 2023
Sayed Kazim Rafiqi, a 42-year-old resident of Herat, expressed that he has never witnessed such widespread devastation. The majority of houses have suffered damage, and the people of Herat are gripped by fear.
In response to this dire situation, Rafiqi and many others have voluntarily headed to the hospital to donate much-needed blood. “We have to help in any way possible,” he emphasized.
The situation in Herat is dire, and immediate assistance is required to address the urgent needs of the affected population. Local and international relief organizations are mobilizing their efforts to provide aid and support to the victims of this devastating earthquake.
The scale of this disaster requires a collective response, and we urge individuals and organizations around the world to contribute to relief efforts.
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