South Asia Earthquake Cluster
Key Questions
What is the death toll from recent floods in Afghanistan?
The death toll from floods and extreme weather in Afghanistan has risen to 110, with 11 additional deaths reported in the past 24 hours. Over 160 people have been injured, and houses and roads have been wrecked.
What recent earthquakes have affected South Asia?
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck near Kabul, Afghanistan, killing 8 people and causing house collapses. Tremors from this quake were felt in Delhi-NCR, India, and a separate 6.7-magnitude quake hit Jammu Kashmir. Pakistan also experienced tremors amid heavy rain.
How has Pakistan been impacted by recent natural disasters?
Heavy rain in Pakistan has triggered floods and landslides, resulting in 77 deaths and the destruction of 793 homes. The situation is compounded by ongoing tremors.
Is more rain expected in Afghanistan?
Yes, more rain is forecasted for mid-April following the recent floods. This comes after storms and heavy rainfall that have already disrupted transportation and caused significant casualties.
What is the status of the South Asia earthquake and flood cluster?
The event is developing, with tectonic unrest and poor resilience contributing to a rising toll across Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.
Afghan floods/storms now 110+ quake dead +22 storm dead past 24h (roof collapses), 32 injured/7 missing, houses/roads wrecked/transport disrupted + more rain mid-Apr on Apr3-4 quakes (M5.9 Kabul); India M6.7 Jammu Kashmir-Delhi tremors; Pakistan tremors + heavy rain floods/landslides 77 dead/793 homes destroyed; tectonic unrest/poor resilience amid rising toll.