Magnitude 4.1 Earthquake Hits Afghanistan, Shallow Depth Raises Concern

• A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
• The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the quake.
• The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, increasing the risk of aftershocks.
• Shallow earthquakes are considered more dangerous due to stronger ground shaking and potential for greater damage and casualties.

Why It Matters: A shallow 4.1 magnitude earthquake hit Afghanistan, posing a higher risk of damage.