A powerful earthquake has devastated communities in eastern Afghanistan.
A devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Nangarhar Province on 31 August 2025, its tremors felt as far as Kabul. Entire families were buried under rubble. Over 2,205 people have lost their lives, with more than 3,124 injured, and 12,000 individuals directly affected. 5,412 homes have been destroyed, while hospitals, and roads are severely damaged. Trauma, grief, and risk of disease now haunt survivors. Your support can help WHO teams deliver life-saving care where it is needed most.
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WHO's Response
Your gift today can deliver emergency trauma care, mental health support, and vital supplies to families in Afghanistan.
Stand with them now. WHO is already on the ground delivering care:
23 metric tons of emergency medicines delivered
15 ambulances deployed across affected provinces
3 mobile teams providing mental health support
Field clinics set up for women, children & elderly
24,000+ units of IV fluids supplied to hospitals
Surveillance teams preventing outbreaks
WHO’s Impact
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