M5.0 Earthquake 27 km NE of Rustāq, Afghanistan — November 1, 2025
2025-11-01 19:03:56 UTC (2025-11-01) · approx. 12:03 AM UTC+5 local
On November 1, 2025 at 19:03 UTC, a magnitude 5.0 shallow crustal earthquake struck 27 km NE of Rustāq, Afghanistan, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates 37.3274°, 70.0060°. This earthquake was detected by 80 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 385, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 477 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.7 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
The epicenter is located in Afghanistan, a region characterized by the Hindu Kush deep seismic zone, where remnant subducted lithosphere produces intermediate-depth earthquakes at 150-300 km. View all earthquakes in Afghanistan.
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70.0060°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.0 earthquake near Rustāq, Afghanistan?
The magnitude 5.0 earthquake that struck 27 km NE of Rustāq, Afghanistan on November 1, 2025 at 19:03 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 37.3274°, 70.0060°, which is 27 km NE of Rustāq, Afghanistan. View all earthquakes in Afghanistan.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.0 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks and gradually diminish over time.
Has Afghanistan had earthquakes this big before?
The largest recorded earthquake in Afghanistan was the M7.5 Hindu Kush earthquake of October 26, 2015. Today's magnitude 5.0 event is significantly smaller than that historical record.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000rkyf). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2025, November 1, 2025). M5.0 Earthquake 27 km NE of Rustāq, Afghanistan — November 1, 2025. Retrieved May 26, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000rkyf/