New Delhi:
A powerful earthquake measured by a powerful earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale on Saturday afternoon at 12:17 pm on Saturday afternoon, reported by the National Center for Sisamology (NCS).
The earthquake sub -center was located at 36.10 degrees north latitude and 71.20 degrees pre -longitude, with a depth of 130 km.
The tremors from the earthquake were felt in many northern regions of India, including Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi-NCR regions.
While no reports of losses or injuries have been found immediately, the authorities are keeping a close watch on the situation.
The NCS confirmed the seismic activity through a post on the social media platform X.
“EQ of M: 5.8, on: 19/04/2025 12:17:53 IST, Lat: 36.10 n, long: 71.20 e, depth: 130 km, location: Afghanistan,” NCS said in a post on X.
This phenomenon follows a similar shock that occurred in the first week. On Wednesday, an earthquake of 5.6 magnitude was recorded in Afghanistan, with a sub -center about 164 km east of Baglan.
The European-Mediterranean Sismological Center (EMSC) initially described the earthquake as 6.4 in magnitude, but later modified in 5.6.
In a related development, the installment area of Jammu and Kashmir experienced a mild earthquake measuring 2.4 on the Richter scale around 5:14 am on Wednesday.
The shallow depth of 5 kilometers shown.
The United Nations Office highlights the coordination of human affairs (UNOCHA) that Afghanistan is susceptible to natural threats such as earthquakes, landslides and seasonal floods.
Unocha also stated that frequent seismic activity in the region already affects delicate communities, who have tolerated years of conflict and underdevelopment.
These conditions have weakened their ability to handle several crises simultaneously. According to the Red Cross, Afghanistan has a long history of experiencing powerful earthquakes, especially in the Hindu Kush region, which is known for its acute geological activity and frequent shocks.
The country is accompanied by several major mistake lines where Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates are found. One of these mistakes passes directly through the lines, which increases the risk of seismic incidents of the region.
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