19 Jan 2021 | 08:42 AM UTC
Afghanistan: At least four wounded in explosion in Kabul’s Police District 4 Jan. 19
Explosion reported in Police District 4 area of Kabul, Afghanistan, Jan. 19. Avoid the area.
Event
An explosion has been reported in the Parwan-e-Se area of Police District (PD) 4 in Kabul the afternoon of Jan. 19. The cause of the explosion is currently unclear. At least four people have been wounded, though authorities could release updated information in the coming hours. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast.
Authorities will likely heighten security and close roads near the blast site. Localized disruptions are likely in the coming hours.
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.
