Survivors of a powerful earthquake in northern Afghanistan are digging through the rubble of their homes after spending a bitterly cold night outdoors.

A powerful magnitude 6.3 earthquake has struck near one of northern Afghanistan’s largest cities, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.

At least 20 people were killed and 250 injured after an earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck Afghanistan on Sunday.According to the United States Geological Survey, the earthquake hit at a depth of 28 km (17.

A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s north on Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring around 320. The earthquake hit Kholm near the city of Mazar-i-Sharif in the Hindu Kush at around 12.49am local time. It was located at a depth of around 28km, according to the US Geological Survey.

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Mazar-e Sharif in Afghanistan early Monday. The U.S. Geological Survey issued a high alert, indicating significant casualties and widespread damage are likely.

A powerful earthquake struck near Mazar-e Sharif, Afghanistan, killing at least 20 and injuring hundreds. The Blue Mosque suffered significant damage. Rescue efforts are underway, supported by international aid.

Sharif, a northern city known for its magnificent Blue Mosque. The extent of the damage was not immediately clear.

KABUL, Afghanistan — A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake has shaken northern Afghanistan, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of damage.

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, particularly affecting Mazar-i-Sharif and injuring nearly 1,000 people. The quake damaged the historic Blue Mosque and destroyed numerous homes.

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region on Monday, the US Geological Survey said, sending tremors across the mountainous area and prompting fears of damage