Afghanistan: Dramatic Situation After Deadly Earthquake – Images and Videos

Devastation in Afghanistan following a deadly 6 magnitude earthquake. More than 800 people have died, and 2,800 are injured, according to current estimates.

The earthquake caused incalculable damage to infrastructure, with dozens of buildings collapsing and thousands of families left homeless. Rescue teams continue their operations, while people dig with their bare hands searching for survivors.

UNICEF reports that it has local teams coordinating with authorities to get a fuller picture of the affected areas. Key priorities are health, child protection, water, and access to sanitation facilities.

A man who lost his wife and two sons described the dramatic moments: "I was half-buried and unable to get out." Children and the elderly remain trapped under the rubble.

Dr. Muladad, a hospital director, stated that they are receiving "a patient every five minutes" and declared a state of emergency.