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4.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan, Part of Recent Tremor Series

An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale struck Afghanistan, occurring at a depth of 135 kilometers. This event follows several other tremors in the region over the preceding days, including magnitudes of 4.3 and 4.5. Afghanistan is highly prone to earthquakes due to its location on the collision zone between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The United Nations notes that repeated seismic shocks exacerbate hardships for communities already grappling with conflict and underdevelopment.

Key Points: Afghanistan Hit by 4.6 Magnitude Earthquake

  • 4.6 magnitude quake at 135km depth
  • Part of a series of recent tremors
  • Located in active Hindu Kush seismic zone
  • Vulnerability due to tectonic plate collision
  • Communities face compounded risks from disasters and conflict
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 strikes Afghanistan

A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan at 135km depth, following several recent tremors in the seismically active Hindu Kush region.

"Afghanistan remains extremely vulnerable to natural disasters, including earthquakes - UNOCHA"

Kabul, February 13

An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 occurred in Afghanistan on Friday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology said.

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 135km.

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.6, On: 13/02/2026 03:42:38 IST, Lat: 36.55 N, Long: 67.82 E, Depth: 135 Km, Location: Afghanistan."

Earlier on Thursday, another earthquake of magnitude 4.3 occurred in Afghanistan at a depth of 35km.

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.3, On: 12/02/2026 01:40:58 IST, Lat: 37.20 N, Long: 70.31 E, Depth: 35 Km, Location: Afghanistan."

Earlier on February 9, an earthquake of magnitude 4.5 occurred in the region at a depth of 150km.

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.5, On: 09/02/2026 01:11:08 IST, Lat: 36.56 N, Long: 71.47 E, Depth: 150 Km, Location: Afghanistan."

On February 8, a quake of magnitude 4.3 struck the region at a depth of 122km.

In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.3, On: 08/02/2026 21:03:00 IST, Lat: 36.11 N, Long: 70.42 E, Depth: 122 Km, Location: Afghanistan."

Afghanistan frequently experiences earthquakes, particularly in the Hindu Kush region, which lies in a highly active seismic zone, according to the Red Cross.

Afghanistan's vulnerability to earthquakes is linked to its location along the collision zone between the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. A major fault line also passes through parts of the country, including the Herat region.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) notes that Afghanistan remains extremely vulnerable to natural disasters, including earthquakes, landslides and seasonal flooding. Repeated tremors worsen the situation for communities already struggling with decades of conflict and limited development, leaving them with minimal resilience to withstand multiple shocks.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The article mentions the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates. It's a stark reminder that geology connects us all. These tremors in the Hindu Kush are a result of the same tectonic forces that created the Himalayas. Nature doesn't recognize borders.
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Aman W
Magnitude 4.6 at 135km depth is significant. Thankfully, the depth might have reduced surface shaking. But seeing so many quakes in a week is worrying. Our disaster management agencies should also take note and review our own preparedness.
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Sarah B
The data from NCS is very precise. It's good to see our scientific institutions monitoring seismic activity in the region so closely. This kind of information sharing is crucial for regional disaster risk reduction.
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Vikram M
While the article is informative, it feels a bit repetitive with all the X posts copied. Could have been summarized better. The human impact angle is buried at the end. The focus should be more on the people affected than just the technical data.
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Kavya N
This is a sobering reminder of how fragile life can be in seismically active zones. Many parts of India are also vulnerable. We must learn from these events and ensure our own buildings and infrastructure are earthquake-resistant. Jai Hind.

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