Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Strikes Takhar, 195 km North of Kabul
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake recently shook Takhar province, located approximately 195 kilometers north of Kabul, Afghanistan. The seismic event, recorded at a significant depth of 16 kilometers, struck at approximately 11:01 PM local time on December 10.
Details of the Earthquake
- Location: Near Takhar, Afghanistan
- Magnitude: 5.7
- Depth: 16 kilometers
- Distance from Kabul: 195 kilometers north
- Date and Time: December 10 at 11:01 PM (local time)
Impact of the Earthquake
As of now, there have been no official reports of significant damage or casualties resulting from this earthquake. However, tremors from earthquakes of this magnitude can be felt over vast distances, and residents in surrounding areas may have experienced minor shaking.
El-Balad will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available. Residents are advised to remain alert and prepared for possible aftershocks, which frequently follow significant seismic events like this.
