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M5.2 earthquake near Ashkāsham, Afghanistan
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Summary
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred 59 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan on 25 Oct 2026, 17:44 UTC, at a depth of 110 km, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
6 people submitted “Did You Feel It?” reports to the USGS.
Key figures
- Magnitude
- 5.2 (mww) (USGS)
- Depth
- 110 km (USGS)
- Origin time
- 25 Oct 2026, 17:44 UTC (USGS)
- Location
- 59 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan (USGS)
- “Did You Feel It?” reports
- 6 (USGS DYFI)
- Review status
- Reviewed (USGS)
Timeline
Source times where the record has one; otherwise the time GodsView saw the change.
- — USGS reports a magnitude 5.2 earthquake 59 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan, depth 110 km.
Questions
When did this earthquake happen?
The USGS origin time is 25 Oct 2026, 17:44 UTC.
How strong was the earthquake?
USGS reports magnitude 5.2 (mww) at 110 km depth.
Where can I find official information?
From the original records: USGS. Links are listed under Sources on this page.
Sources
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