On Thursday, a significant earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale struck Afghanistan, as reported by the National Center for Seismology. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage.
The earthquake's epicenter was recorded at a latitude of 36.51 North and longitude 71.12 East, with a depth of 255 kilometers. The National Center for Seismology shared this update on social media, stating: "EQ of M: 5.7, On: 29/08/2024 11:26:38 IST, Lat: 36.51 N, Long: 71.12 E, Depth: 255 Km, Location: Afghanistan."
Earlier this month, on August 16, a smaller quake of 4.8 magnitude also impacted Afghanistan. The tremors, felt at 6:35 pm (IST), had an epicenter at latitude 37.09 North and longitude 71.17 East, with a depth of 130 kilometers.
Further details regarding the latest earthquake are still awaited.
Earthquake of 4.8 Magnitude Strikes Afghanistan, No Immediate Damage Reported