Hey fam, eastern Afghanistan just shook again! At 4:56 PM local time, an M5.6 quake rattled Jalalabad and nearby districts in Nangarhar. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, it struck just 10 km below the surface—pretty shallow, so its tremors were seriously felt on the ground. 🌏
The GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences measured it at magnitude-6.2, showing how different monitoring agencies can estimate quake strength in various ways. Either way, it was no gentle nudge! 💥
This tremor follows a devastating M6.0 quake late Sunday that hit Nangarhar and neighboring Kunar, Laghman and Nuristan provinces. Official reports now confirm over 2,200 lives lost and more than 3,600 injured, with rescue crews racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble. 🚑
Local teams and aid groups are on high alert, using everything from drones to mobile apps to track aftershocks and coordinate relief. If you have friends or family in the region, staying connected on messaging apps can be a literal lifesaver. 📱
From Delhi to Jakarta, our South and Southeast Asian communities know the importance of quick updates and verified info. Let’s send prayers and positive vibes to everyone affected. 🙏
Pro tip: enable earthquake alerts on your smartphone—both Android and iOS offer built-in notifications. It’s a small step that can make a big difference in an emergency. Stay safe, stay informed! 💡
Reference(s):
Afghanistan hit by M5.6 earthquake after Sunday quake kills over 2,200
cgtn.com
