4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tajikistan; Nation Prone to Natural Disasters

• An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 struck Tajikistan on February 12, 2026, at a depth of 100km.
• The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported the event, following a 4.4 magnitude quake on February 10, 2026.
• Tajikistan is a mountainous country highly vulnerable to various climate hazards including earthquakes, floods, and landslides.
• Climate change is worsening the country's vulnerabilities, with 30 percent of glaciers predicted to disappear by 2050.
• Deteriorating infrastructure and isolation are exacerbated by frequent natural disasters, highlighting the need for resilient design.