January 2022 Afghanistan earthquakes
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For the other earthquakes that struck Afghanistan in 2022, see June 2022 Afghanistan earthquake and September 2022 Afghanistan earthquake.
An earthquake measuring Mw 4.9, followed by a 5.3 Mw mainshock struck Badghis Province, Afghanistan, on January 17, 2022. The earthquake led to a large number of casualties for the tremor's magnitude, with 30 dead and 49 injured.[2][3][4][5][6][7] The earthquake destroyed hundreds of homes in northwestern Afghanistan.[5][3]
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UTC time | 2022-01-17 11:40:08 |
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ISC event | 621723883 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
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Local date | January 17, 2022 (2022-01-17) |
Local time | 16:10 |
Magnitude | 4.9 Mw |
5.3 Mw | |
Depth | 10.0 km (6.2 mi)[1] |
Epicenter | 34.946°N 63.580°E / 34.946; 63.580 |
Areas affected | Western Afghanistan |
Total damage | Severe |
Max. intensity | MMI VI (Strong) |
Casualties | 30 dead, 49 injured |
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