5.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region

2026-02-20 - 21:02

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region on Friday, according to the German Research Center for Geosciences. The quake originated at a depth of 79 kilometers (49 miles) at 5:39 p.m. local time (1309GMT). Regional Impact The tremor was felt in the capital Kabul and neighboring provinces, though no immediate reports of damage or casualties were received. The Hindu Kush region is seismically active and frequently experiences earthquakes, some of which have caused significant destruction in the past. Ongoing Monitoring Authorities continue to monitor the situation for potential aftershocks or emerging damage reports. The region's mountainous terrain and vulnerable infrastructure heighten risks from seismic activity.