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M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Afghanistan-Tajikistan Border Region (Pakistan)

UTC time: 2025-10-19 13:59:35 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 19, 2025 at 13:59 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Afghanistan-Tajikistan Border Region (Pakistan). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude
M4.9
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-10-19 13:59:35 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Pakistan
City
khybr pkhtwnkhwa
Source
gfz
Coordinates
36.53000, 72.72000
Temperature
6.2°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
10 km — shallower than the regional average (27.2 km)
Regional average: 27.2 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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