Doha: Qatar International Search and Rescue Group of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) set up a temporary field hospital to provide urgent medical support to those affected by the earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Group reported that the hospital already received several injured individuals and provided them with the necessary care, while critical cases were transferred to main hospitals in neighboring provinces.

In addition, Qatar International Search and Rescue Group established several shelter tents to provide temporary accommodation for families affected by the earthquake and to ensure their basic needs are met.