28 Feb 2021 | 12:08 PM UTC
Afghanistan: One person killed and multiple others injured in an explosion in Ghazni city the afternoon of Feb. 28
An explosion occurs in Police District 1 of Ghazni, Afghanistan, Feb. 28. Multiple casualties reported. Avoid the area.
Event
An explosion occurred in the Police District 1 area of Ghazni the afternoon of Feb. 28. The blast, which occurred at approximately 1500, was reportedly caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) that targeted a vehicle. One person has been killed and seven others injured, though officials may announce additional information in the coming hours. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast.
Heightened security, as well as localized ground travel disruptions, are likely near the blast site in the coming hours.
Advice
Avoid the impact area until given the all-clear by the authorities. Heed all advice of security personnel.
