6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Afghanistan days after temblor killed over 2,000

Updated : Oct 11, 2023 18:54
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PTI

Another strong earthquake has shaken parts of western Afghanistan days after a temblor killed more than 2,000 people.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 6.3-magnitude earthquake that struck the region on the morning of October 11 was about 28 kilometres outside the capital of Herat province.

The earlier quake that struck Herat was also 6.3 magnitude and was followed by several strong aftershocks.

Also watch: Afghanistan earthquake: over 2,000 dead and 1,300 homes destroyed

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