Afghanistan: Explosion in Police District 3 of Mazar-e-Sharif, Balkh Province, the morning of Dec. 6

Event

An explosion occurred in Mazar-e-Sharif's Police District (PD) 3 area the morning of Dec. 6. The blast targeted a bus near the Sayed Abad intersection. There is no immediate confirmation of casualties though initial accounts indicate multiple casualties are likely. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area in the coming hours. Investigations could result in localized ground travel delays.

Advice

Avoid the impact location. Heed the instructions of local security force personnel. Plan for possible localized ground travel disruptions.