Magnitude
M4.6
- Depth
- 22.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
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Country overviewAfghanistan
M4.6 Earthquake near HINDU KUSH REGION, AFGHANISTAN (Afghanistan)
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About this earthquake
A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near HINDU KUSH REGION, AFGHANISTAN (Afghanistan) on June 6, 2025 at 19:26 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 22 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
Details
ID
64bf2a1ab28a205ce43ac1b143de8080a8b52a17
Magnitude
M4.6
Depth
22.0 km
UTC time
2025-06-06 19:26:58 UTC
Local time
—
Country
City
wlayt qndwz
Source
emsc
Coordinates
36.75840,
68.44080
Temperature
21.8°C
Depth profile
Shallow
22 km
22 km — shallower than the regional average (100.6 km)
Regional average: 100.6 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
Afghanistan
Context for this earthquake
04 Oct 2025 – 04 Oct 2026 · M ≥ 3.0 · 151 Catalogue entries
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