More than 1,000 cattle were killed by collapsing structures. Most areas in Wardak have been surveyed by international assessment teams, but some areas in Logar, such as Baraki Barak, are still inaccessible due to snow. There are indications that the weather will continue to deteriorate, thereby worsening the conditions for those still living outside. Reduced access to water or possible contamination of supplies have not yet emerged as issues. Among the relief agencies on the spot it has been agreed that plastic tarpaulins and tents are the highest priority for the people who lost homes.
Next priority are blankets and clothing to protect against the cold weather.
International Response 5. Daily coordination meetings are being held among UN Agencies and the main actors in the relief effort in Kabul. Efforts are underway to strengthen coordination of relief delivery and to develop a strategy for rehabilitation. CARE will undertake rapid survey of three areas in Gazni, namely, Khwaja, Umari and Zenakhan, which may also have been affected by the earthquake. The location will be determined at the next coordination meeting.