500-Plus Evacuated From Afghanistan In Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Officials say more than 500 people fleeing the violence engulfing Afghanistan have arrived in Philadelphia. The city said Sunday afternoon that 505 total evacuees came through Philadelphia International Airport on two aircraft Saturday. Officials said several hundred more evacuees were anticipated Sunday on three aircraft but “this remains fluid and is subject to change.” City, state and federal agencies as well as hospitals and nonprofits are providing food, comfort items and hygiene products as well as a medical evaluation. Volunteer interpreters who can help with Dari, Pashto, Urdu, or Farsi are being sought.