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Afghanistan Earthquake Devastation and the Road to Recovery

Dust clouds rose high over the rugged hills of eastern Afghanistan as the ground shook violently In seconds, the magnitude 6.2 earthquake tore through Paktika and Khost provinces, burying families under collapsed mud-brick homes. Over 1,000 people lost their lives, and thousands more faced injuries in a land already worn down by years of war and hardship. This disaster hit hard, worsening Afghanistan’s deep humanitarian crisis. We will look at the full extent of the damage, the quick aid that followed, the tough hurdles in rebuilding, and steps toward a stronger future. Through stories of loss and hope, we see how global help and local grit can pave the way for recovery.

Immediate Casualties and Injuries

More than 1,000 people died right away, with over 2,000 hurt badly. Most victims lived in remote spots, far from big hospitals. Rescue teams struggled with rough paths and fallen rocks. Kids and elders suffered most, as their homes crumbled fast. The World Health Organization noted that many injuries came from falling debris. Without quick care, infections spread in the summer heat. Families searched for loved ones under the ruins for days. This loss shook whole communities to their core.