Jurm, Afghanistan — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the mountains of northern Afghanistan on Sunday afternoon, shaking the remote Badakhshan region near the town of Jurm.

What happened:

The quake hit at 3:37 PM Central Time on Sunday, November 15, about 24 miles south of Jurm in Badakhshan Province. The U.S. Geological Survey places the quake at a depth of about 122 miles below the surface, which is considered deep for an earthquake. The survey has reviewed the event and lists it at magnitude 4.9.

Impacts:

No reports of damage have come in so far, and the Geological Survey has received no felt reports from people in the area. Because the quake struck so deep underground, shaking at the surface was likely limited. The quake happened far inland, so there is no tsunami threat.

What to do:

People in the region should stay alert for aftershocks, which can follow a quake of this size. If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table, and hold on until the shaking stops. After the shaking ends, check for hazards like cracked walls, gas smells, and fallen objects before moving around, and stay clear of damaged buildings.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 15, 2026.