08 May 2021 | 01:58 PM UTC
Afghanistan: Explosions in Kabul's Police District 13, May 8; several people killed /update 1
Several explosions in Police District 13, Kabul, Afghanistan, May 8. At least 13 people killed and 20 injured. Avoid the area.
Event
At least three explosions in the Dasht-e-Barchi area of Police District 13 (PD 13) in Kabul, late afternoon May 8, have left at least 13 people dead and 20 more injured. The blasts occurred near the Sayyid al-Shuhada school. A large proportion of the casualties are reportedly students. The casualty figure is likely to be adjusted in the coming hours. The exact cause of the blasts is unclear.
Heightened security is likely in the impacted area in the coming hours. The incident and security response could prompt localized ground travel disruptions.
Advice
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all clear. Plan for ground travel delays. Heed the instructions of security personnel.
