KABUL, Afghanistan (Jan. 17, 2009) - An explosion occurred earlier this morning near Camp Eggers.
One U.S. service member died from wounds received today.
Six U.S. service members and one U.S. civilian were also wounded.
Reports indicate a suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (SVBIED) was the cause of the incident.
The incident is under investigation.
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