Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Hits Afghanistan

Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Hits Afghanistan

VoM News Desk | March 17, 2024 | 11:29 PM IST | Breaking News, Earthquake, World | Follow on Google News

Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Hits Afghanistan

Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Hits Afghanistan

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck Afghanistan on Sunday, according to the National Centre for Seismology.

The earthquake occurred at 19:59:23 IST at a depth of 169 km. The epicenter was located in Afghanistan, with coordinates Lat: 36.66 and Long: 71.43.

Awaiting Further Details

The National Centre for Seismology posted details of the earthquake on X, stating, “Earthquake of Magnitude:4.5, Occurred on 17-03-2024, 19:59:23 IST, Lat: 36.66 & Long: 71.43, Depth: 169 Km, Region: Afghanistan.” Further updates are awaited.

Implications and Preparedness

The earthquake serves as a reminder of the seismic activity in the region, highlighting the importance of disaster preparedness and response measures. Tags associated with the event include Afghanistan, Kabul, earthquake, disaster, and National Centre for Seismology.

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