Earthquake 43 km ESE of Khandūd, Afghanistan (5.5 mww) (2025-10-17 12:15:04 UTC)
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck on 43 km ESE of Khandūd, Afghanistan, at 2025-10-17 12:15:04 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mww and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 43 km ESE of Khandūd, Afghanistan
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (mww)
5.5
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000rhs3
Nearest Places
- Digirej / 0.35 km
- Ochhili Gol / 2.1 km
- An Gol / 2.25 km
- Shah Ghari / 2.61 km
- Ochhili Glacier / 2.65 km
Comment
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