A strong earthquake struck Afghanistan, and its effects were felt as far away as Delhi-NCR. The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.7 on the Richter scale and occurred at a depth of 255 kilometers. The earthquake hit at 11:26 AM, according to Afghan time, and its impact was noticed in Delhi. The epicenter of the earthquake was near Kabul.
As the ground shook, people in the affected areas rushed out of their homes. So far, there have been no reports of any damage or casualties. Whenever there is an earthquake in Afghanistan, its tremors are often felt in Delhi. Today, cities like Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad experienced the tremors.
Earthquake in Afghanistan Two Weeks Ago
Just two weeks ago, Afghanistan experienced another earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 on the Richter scale. Fortunately, there were no reports of damage or casualties at that time. As soon as the ground shook, people quickly moved out of their homes. Afghanistan is located in a seismically active region, making it highly vulnerable to earthquakes. Before this, Taiwan also experienced an earthquake. Once again, Afghanistan has been hit by an earthquake today.
4,000 Deaths Due to Earthquake in 2023
In 2023, a major earthquake in Afghanistan caused severe destruction. Approximately 4,000 people lost their lives, and over 9,000 were injured. Around 13,000 homes were damaged. The earthquake at that time had a magnitude of 6.3 on the Richter scale.
Why Do Earthquakes Happen?
There are seven tectonic plates beneath the Earth’s surface that are constantly moving. When these plates collide, the area where they meet is called a fault line.
As the plates collide repeatedly, their edges bend. When enough pressure builds up, the plates can break.
The energy released during this process seeks a way out, causing an earthquake.
How to Stay Safe During an Earthquake
Experts provide several tips to reduce the dangers associated with earthquakes. According to them, there are some strategies to minimize damage and protect lives.
If you are outside during an earthquake, stay away from tall buildings, electric poles, and other structures that could fall. Remain outside until the shaking stops.
If you are in a moving vehicle, stop the vehicle as soon as possible and stay inside.
Avoid bridges and roads that may have been damaged or could be damaged by the earthquake.
