Earthquake Tremors Ravage Millions Across Afghanistan and Delhi: Key Facts Revealed
In the early hours of Monday morning, an earthquake shook the region around Kabul and northern India. The United States Geological Survey (USGS), the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), and the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) in Potsdam all reported the quake, with the USGS recording a magnitude of 6.0 at a depth of eight kilometers. Meanwhile, EMSC reported a 5.6 magnitude near Jalalabad, and GFZ gave a magnitude of 6.3.
The epicenter of the earthquake was just about 23 kilometers from Kabul, underscoring the seismic sensitivity of the region stretching from Afghanistan through Pakistan into northern India. Residents in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and nearby regions felt the strong shakes around 12:55 AM. Despite the scare, no reports of injuries or damages have been made so far.
Officials continue closely monitoring seismic activity, ready to respond if further tremors follow. Earlier that same evening, smaller tremors touched Nagaland around 10:49 PM, with a magnitude of 2.9 reported. The exact location and strength of the quake are pending official verification.
Social media became a stream of real-time reactions from people experiencing sudden shaking, rattling walls, and moments of panic. Many residents rushed out of their homes seeking safety. The incident underscores the importance of readiness, especially in densely populated urban centers like Delhi.
In a separate incident, a minor quake measuring 3.4 struck Singrauli in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh during the day. The focal depth was only 5 kilometers underground, and the impact was gentle and went largely unnoticed by the local population.
The EMSC's findings suggest that the quake likely originated in Pakistan. This incident serves as a reminder of the thin crust beneath our feet, holding power beyond human control. Officials continue to urge vigilance and preparedness in the face of such natural events.
