A powerful earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale jolted Afghanistan’s rugged Hindu Kush region on Wednesday, sparking concern across the country’s northern terrain. According to data from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the quake originated 121 kilometers beneath the Earth’s surface.
Its epicentre was pinpointed roughly 164 kilometers east of Baghlan, a city that is home to over 100,000 residents.
Though the depth of the quake may have mitigated its surface impact, tremors were reportedly felt in surrounding areas.
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As of now, there have been no official reports of casualties or damage, but authorities are closely monitoring the situation.
This seismic activity comes just days after a similar 5.6-magnitude earthquake rattled southern Philippines, a reminder of the region’s volatile tectonic landscape.
More details are expected as emergency response teams and local officials assess the aftermath.