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M4.2 Depth: 226.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near wlswaly frkhar, tkhar wlayt (Afghanistan)

UTC time: 2026-02-05 18:09:49 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 5, 2026 at 18:09 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near wlswaly frkhar, tkhar wlayt (Afghanistan). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 226 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by ISC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
226.0 km
UTC time
2026-02-05 18:09:49 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Afghanistan
State
tkhar wlayt
City
wlswaly frkhar
County
wlswaly frkhar
Source
isc
Coordinates
36.51000, 70.05700
Temperature
-1.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 226 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 226 km
Intermediate
226 km
226 km — deeper than the regional average (95.1 km)
Regional average: 95.1 km
Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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