18 Feb 2021 | 07:49 AM UTC
Afghanistan: Explosion reported in Police District 3 area of Kabul the morning of Feb. 18 kills at least one
Explosion at Police District 3 area of Kabul, Afghanistan, the morning of Feb. 18 causes at least one casualty. Avoid the area.
Event
At least one person has died due to an explosion near the Ali Abad Hospital in Police District (PD) 3 in Kabul, around 1125 Feb. 18. Officials said the blast was caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) targeting a vehicle. The official casualty count may be higher. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as investigations continue.
Advice
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site.
