Pakistan: Explosion reported near Sabakzai dam, Balochistan Province, morning of Oct. 9

Officials are responding to an explosion near the Sabakzai dam, Balochistan Province, on the morning of Oct. 9. The incident has left at least one dead and 10 more injured. The cause of the incident is currently unclear. Officials will likely provide further updates over the coming hours.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain an increased security presence in the affected area to facilitate investigative and recovery operations. Transport disruptions will likely affect the vicinity of the dam and any areas that are subject to an increased security presence, including the N50 highway. Associated business disruptions are likely.