Preliminary earthquake data and analysis
| Event ID | 1081745 |
|---|---|
| Event time | 2023-10-07 08:06:37 (UTC) |
| Local time | 2023-10-07 03:36:37 - [It was morning in the affected area.] |
| Last update | 2023-10-07 08:30:31 (UTC) |
| Magnitude | 4.6 |
| Depth | 10 km |
| Class | Light |
| Hypocenter | Shallow depth |
| Mercalli scale | 4 |
| Possible effects | Most people indoors feel movement. Hanging objects swing. Dishes, windows, and doors rattle. The earthquake feels like a heavy truck hitting the walls. A few people outdoors may feel movement. Parked cars rock. |
| Data status | reviewed |
| Data provider | USGS |
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Administration area | Herat |
| Nearest settlement | Qarah Bagh |
| Distance | 33 km |
| Course | N |
| Surface type | underground quake |