After a major earthquake in Afghanistan, the ground keeps moving: aftershocks are smaller quakes triggered as the crust adjusts around the fault that ruptured. They are most frequent right after the mainshock and taper off over days to months. This page tracks recent seismic activity across Afghanistan live, so you can follow an aftershock sequence as it happens. For instant alerts the moment a new aftershock strikes near you, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Recent earthquakes in Afghanistan
- 4.247 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan4 days ago
- 4.337 km SSE of Farkhār, Afghanistan1 week ago
- 4.232 km WSW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan1 week ago
- 4.432 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan1 week ago
- 4.641 km S of Farkhār, Afghanistan1 week ago
- 5.259 km SW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan2 weeks ago
- 4.341 km SSW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan2 weeks ago
- 4.147 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan2 weeks ago
- 4.611 km W of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan2 weeks ago
- 4.231 km NNE of Rustāq, Afghanistan3 weeks ago
- 4.28 km N of Mīr Bachah Kōṯ, Afghanistan3 weeks ago
- 4.337 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan3 weeks ago
Aftershocks in Afghanistan - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Afghanistan right now?
No large events have been recorded in Afghanistan in the last 24 hours, but aftershocks can continue for weeks or months after a major quake. The live feed above updates the moment new activity is detected.
How long do aftershocks last after a big earthquake in Afghanistan?
Aftershocks are most frequent in the hours and days right after the mainshock and taper off over time, but a large earthquake can produce aftershocks for months. Their number and size follow well-known patterns (Omori and Bath laws), so activity gradually declines even though individual aftershocks can still be strongly felt.
Can I get an alert for the next aftershock in Afghanistan?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Afghanistan, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.