A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan, followed by a 4.5 aftershock, shaking several provinces and pushing frightened residents into the streets.
“Strong shaking was felt across several provinces,” early reports said, as emergency teams began assessing the situation. Casualties and damage are still being confirmed.
Afghanistan’s mountainous terrain and fragile infrastructure make it especially vulnerable to natural disasters, and the quake highlights the region’s ongoing seismic risks.
Authorities urged caution, warning that “aftershocks can occur in the hours and days following a major quake.”
Updates will follow as more official information becomes available.
