On September 1, a magnitude-6.0 earthquake shook eastern Afghanistan, claiming 812 lives and leaving communities reeling. Kunar province was hit hard, and rescue teams are now racing against time to reach survivors.
🚁 Helicopters have been airlifting food, medical supplies, and blankets to remote areas around Asadabad. Footage from CGTN Stringer shows long lines of residents outside Asadabad Provincial Hospital, anxiously waiting for injured loved ones and urgent care.
Although a 6.0 quake might sound moderate on paper, the impact can be devastating in regions where buildings aren’t built to withstand tremors. Mountains and narrow valleys make road access tough, so air support is a game-changer in getting help where it’s needed most.
Local volunteers, medics, and aid workers are coordinating efforts on the ground, but the scale of the disaster means more resources are essential. For many young people in South Asia and Southeast Asia, this is a wake-up call about the power of community solidarity—and the need to support disaster relief across borders. 🌏❤️
Stay tuned as we continue to track developments and share ways you can help from afar.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
