M4.7 Earthquake 48 km E of Farkhār, Afghanistan — June 2, 2026
2026-06-02 04:02:45 UTC (2 hours ago) · approx. 9:02 AM UTC+5 local
On June 2, 2026 at 04:02 UTC, a magnitude 4.7 intermediate depth earthquake struck 48 km E of Farkhār, Afghanistan, at a depth of 200.2 km and coordinates 36.5648°, 70.3954°. This earthquake was detected by 77 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 340, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 169 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.1 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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70.3954°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.7 earthquake near Farkhār, Afghanistan?
The magnitude 4.7 earthquake that struck 48 km E of Farkhār, Afghanistan on June 2, 2026 at 04:02 UTC had a depth of 200.2 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 36.5648°, 70.3954°, which is 48 km E of Farkhār, Afghanistan. View all earthquakes in Afghanistan.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.7 earthquakes can continue for several days 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 4.7 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: us7000spzq). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 2, 2026). M4.7 Earthquake 48 km E of Farkhār, Afghanistan — June 2, 2026. Retrieved June 2, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000spzq/