Earthquake 35 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan (5.1 mww) (2025-08-27 13:27:10 UTC)
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck on 35 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan, at 2025-08-27 13:27:10 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 35 km SW of Ashkāsham, 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)
5.1
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qrab
Nearest Places
- Daryā-ye Ghandūh / 2 km
- Takīyah Khūbān / 2.32 km
- Iskatūl / 3.33 km
- Parūkh / 3.46 km
- Falakh Madik / 3.66 km
Comment
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