First published Oct 25, 2026, 6:43:16 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 25, 2026, 6:43:16 PM UTC

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M 5.2 earthquake - 59 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reported a magnitude 5.2 earthquake 59 km southwest of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan, at a depth of 110.025 km. The report lists six felt reports and community-reported intensity CDI 2.7; additional impacts were not included in the source data received by Planet Briefing.

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Affected location: 59 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan
Magnitude 5.2
Depth 110.025 km

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Urgency: 3/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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