`` I knew that ( once ) it had escalated to this level , ... NEW : All those injured are in good condition and/or have been released , a hospital official says . The blast occurred at about 9:45 a.m. local time on the outskirts of Kabul, according to Afghan officials. The hostage taker , who had financial issues , demanded utilities be turned back on . He was killed in a raid by authorities ; 4 firefighters and an officer suffered injuries .
NEW : All those injured are in good condition and/or have been released , a hospital official says . The blast occurred at about 9:45 a.m. local time on the outskirts of Kabul, according to Afghan officials. The hostage taker , who had financial issues , demanded utilities be turned back on . He was killed in a raid by authorities ; 4 firefighters and an officer suffered injuries .