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Strong 6.3 magnitude earthquake rocks Afghanistan

Strong 6.3 magnitude earthquake rocks Afghanistan: What to know

A strong earthquake struck northern Afghanistan late Sunday at a magnitude of 6.3, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The quake hit about 13 miles west-southwest of Khulm, which is about 230 miles northwest of the capital city of Kabul.

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Afghanistan hit by powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake, prompting fears of mass deaths

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Map: 6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan

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Earthquake today; Significant casualties expected as 6.3-magnitude quake strikes Afghanistan

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck near one of Afghanistan's largest cities in the wee hours of Monday.

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