M5.3 earthquake

35 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan

A magnitude 5.3 (moderate) earthquake struck 35 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan on August 18, 2026 at 7:51 PM UTC, at a depth of 196 km. 2 people reported feeling it.

Magnitude

5.3 mww

Depth

196 km

When

August 18, 2026 at 7:51 PM UTC

Coordinates

36.553°, 70.755°

Felt reports

2

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.