A 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region on Thursday morning. The shallow depth of 10km caused strong tremors and panic among locals.
The earthquake occurred exactly at 06:59 AM. This sudden movement created an atmosphere of fear and panic among local residents.
People rushed out of their homes in fear. However, it is a matter of relief that no major damage has been reported in preliminary findings.
According to the report from the German Research Center for Geosciences, the epicenter of this earthquake was located just 10 kilometers below the ground surface.
Scientists believe that shallow earthquakes are more dangerous. The depth of Thursday's earthquake was low, allowing tremors to reach the surface quickly.
The Hindu Kush-Pamir region is considered one of the most active seismic zones in the world. It is located where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide.
The continuous movement and collision of these two massive plates result in frequent moderate to high-intensity earthquakes in this area.
The local administration has placed disaster management teams on high alert given the seriousness of the situation. Currently, the situation in affected areas is being assessed.
The administration is ready to deal with any emergency immediately. Several earthquakes have been recorded in the Hindu Kush region over the past few years.
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