Bhutan Hit by 2.8 Magnitude Earthquake; Shallow Depth Raises Aftershock Concerns

• A 2.8 magnitude earthquake struck Bhutan on Sunday, January 25, 2026, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
• The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, increasing the potential for aftershocks.
• This follows a 3.8 magnitude earthquake that hit the region on January 7, 2026, also at a depth of 10 km.
• Shallow earthquakes are considered more dangerous due to stronger ground shaking and potential for greater damage.
• Bhutan is located in the seismically active Himalayan Mountains, falling within seismic zones IV and V, making earthquakes an imminent hazard.

Why It Matters: A shallow 2.8 magnitude earthquake struck Bhutan, highlighting the region's high seismic activity and natural hazard risks.