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At least 311 dead as earthquake devastates south Asia

A powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, with tremors also felt in Pakistan and India.

Rescue workers say at least 311 people have died across Pakistan and Afghanistan following the 7.5-magnitude quake.

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311 people now confirmed dead in south Asia earthquake

A total of 311 people have now been confirmed dead after a major earthquake hit the mountainous regions of south Asia.

The figure includes 237 people who died in Pakistan and 74 in Afghanistan. The death toll is expected to rise as rescuers are able to reach remote villages and areas cut off by landslides.

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