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The strong earthquake struck about 17 miles east of Jalalabad, near the border with Pakistan, according to preliminary data from the U.S. Geological Survey.
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Hundreds of people were killed and at least 2,500 others were injured in a difficult to reach mountainous region. Officials warned many more people may still be awaiting rescue.
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The 6.0 magnitude quake late Sunday hit a series of towns in the province of Kunar, near the city of Jalalabad in neighboring Nangahar province, causing extensive damage.
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The 6.0-magnitude earthquake that hit Jalalabad injured 2,800 others, the Taliban-run government said. The quake was felt as far as neighboring Pakistan.
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