Afghanistan: Two explosions occurred near hospital in Wazir Akbar Khan area of Kabul Nov. 2; gunfire reported /update 1

Event

Two explosions have occurred near Sardar Mohammad Dawood Khan Hospital in the Wazir Akbar Khan area of Kabul Nov. 2. Media reports indicate militants have entered the hospital; gunfire has been reported. Clashes between militants and security personnel are reportedly ongoing in the area. One of the blasts was reportedly caused by a suicide bomber. Information on casualties is unclear, though unofficial sources claim multiple people have been killed or wounded. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosions.

Officials will likely tighten security near the hospital and close roads in the area. Localized disruptions are likely.

Advice

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