Powerful magnitude 6.3 quake hits north Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 hit northern Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region recently. The earthquake occurred near Mazar-i-Sharif and was felt in Kabul. Officials will provide information on casualties and damage soon.Key Facts
- A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan's Hindu Kush area.
- The quake occurred near Kholm, close to the city of Mazar-i-Sharif, at a depth of 28 kilometers (17 miles).
- It was felt in Kabul, Afghanistan's capital city.
- The US Geological Survey (USGS) provided details about the earthquake.
- Northern Afghanistan experienced a deadly 6.0 magnitude earthquake on August 31, killing over 2,200 people.
- Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes, especially in the Hindu Kush region.
- Earthquakes in the area often occur where two tectonic plates meet.
- Since 1900, northeastern Afghanistan has experienced 12 earthquakes above magnitude 7.
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