On Saturday, Afghanistan experienced an earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter Scale. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake occurred at 12:11:02 pm with its epicenter located 21 kilometers deep. The NCS confirmed this event in a tweet stating that it took place at a latitude of 34.78 and a longitude of 61.81 within Afghanistan.
Fortunately, there have been no reports of any casualties resulting from this earthquake so far. However, further information about the incident is still pending.
It’s worth noting that this recent earthquake follows another event earlier in the week. According to the NCS, Afghanistan experienced an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.7 on the Richter Scale centred around Fayzabad on Tuesday. This event occurred at 16;29;08 (IST). Had a depth of 10 kilometers.
These earthquakes serve as reminders of how vulnerable the region is to events which can pose significant threats to both human lives and infrastructure. It remains crucial for Afghanistan and other earthquake-prone areas to prioritize preparedness and response measures to minimize the impact of these disasters. Monitoring agencies like the NCS play a role in providing information to help communities prepare and respond effectively to seismic events ensuring the safety and well-being of people.