Tremors in Tajikistan: Earthquake Rocks Region

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake hit Tajikistan over the weekend, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences. The earthquake occurred 10 kilometers beneath the Earth's surface.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 23-11-2024 14:20 IST | Created: 23-11-2024 14:17 IST
Tremors in Tajikistan: Earthquake Rocks Region
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In a recent geological event, a magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Tajikistan, causing tremors across the region. The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) reported this incident.

The earthquake hit on Saturday and was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers below the Earth's surface, according to the GFZ.

This seismic activity is part of the region's ongoing tectonic movements, which frequently affect the area due to its location along fault lines.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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