Recent weeks have seen frequent earthquakes in Tajikistan, especially in its eastern mountainous region. In April 2026 alone, several small to moderate tremors between magnitude 4.0 and 5.4 were recorded near the Tajikistan–Afghanistan border, sometimes within just a few days of each other. These repeated shocks have made people worried, even though most of them [...]
Last weekend, earthquakes struck Afghanistan, causing fear and damage in several areas. According to international news reports, a magnitude 5.3 earthquake hit northeastern Afghanistan early Saturday (18th April) morning, with strong tremors felt in Kabul and nearby regions. This followed earlier quakes in April, including a stronger 5.8–5.9 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 9 [...]
A strong earthquake hit northern Afghanistan near the city of Mazar-e-Sharif around 20:30 GMT (01:00 local time). The quake had a magnitude of 6.3 and struck at a depth of 28 km, according to the US Geological Survey. The agency warned of possible heavy casualties and widespread damage. A Taliban spokesman said four people died [...]
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit north-west Türkiye’s Balikesir province on 10th August’2025. The quake’s epicenter was the town of Sindirgi. Sadly, an 81-year-old woman died after being rescued from the rubble. Sixteen buildings collapsed, and 29 people were injured. The tremors were felt as far away as Istanbul. Türkiye’s president expressed his concern and said [...]
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, 2025, resulting in enormous widespread destruction, especially in Bangkok. The quakes, which were unusual for the city, led to the collapse of a 30-story building in the Bang Sue district, where workers were trapped and killed; at least 21 people with 75 still missing. [...]