January 2022 Afghanistan earthquakes

An earthquake measuring Mw 4.9, followed by a 5.3 Mw mainshock struck Badghis Province, Afghanistan, on January 17, 2022. The earthquake led to a large number of casualties for the tremor's magnitude, with 30 dead and 49 injured. The earthquake destroyed hundreds of homes in northwestern Afghanistan.

January 2022 Afghanistan earthquakes
Kabul
UTC time2022-01-17 11:40:08
ISC event621723883
USGS-ANSSComCat
 ComCat
Local dateJanuary 17, 2022 (2022-01-17)
Local time16:10
Magnitude4.9 Mw
 5.3 Mw
Depth10.0 km (6.2 mi)
Epicenter34.946°N 63.580°E / 34.946; 63.580
Areas affectedWestern Afghanistan
Total damageSevere
Max. intensityMMI VI (Strong)
Casualties30 dead, 49 injured
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