Afghanistan: Fatalities reported in explosion in Police District 10 of Kabul the morning of Feb. 2 /update 1

Event

Updated reports indicate at least two fatalities following the explosion in the Saleem Karwan area of Kabul's Police District (PD) 10 at around 0830 Feb. 2. Unconfirmed accounts suggest a Jamiat-e-Islah party leader was one of the casualties in the incident. Officials reported at least two other injuries. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion.

Heighten security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the blast site in the coming hours as investigations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until officials give the all-clear. Carry personal identification documents. Heed all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.