Deadly earthquake hit Afghanistan: eight family members dead

A magnitude 5.8–5.9 earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region on April 3–4, 2026, causing fatalities and structural damage. According to authorities, at least eight people were killed when a house collapsed on the outskirts of Kabul. All victims were reported to be members of the same family, and one child was injured.

The earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 180 km and was felt across Afghanistan, Pakistan, and parts of India. Initial reports indicated limited damage outside the affected area, though assessments were ongoing, particularly in remote regions.

Afghanistan is highly prone to seismic activity due to its location along active tectonic boundaries, and earthquakes frequently result in casualties due to vulnerable infrastructure.