Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1081720 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2023-10-07 07:12:50 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2023-10-07 02:42:50 - [It was morning in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2023-10-07 07:31:32 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 6.5 |
| Depth | 8.58 km |
| Class | Strong |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| Mercalli scale | 8 |
| Possible effects | Drivers have trouble steering. Houses that are not bolted down might shift on their foundations. Tall structures such as towers and chimneys might twist and fall. Well-built buildings suffer slight damage. Poorly built structures suffer severe damage. Tree branches break. Hillsides might crack if the ground is wet. Water levels in wells might change. |
| Data status | preliminary |
| Data provider | AuGOV |
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Administration area | Herat |
| Nearest settlement | Zindah Jan |
| Distance | 27 km |
| Course | N |
| Surface type | underground quake |