Latest earthquakes near Helmand, Afghanistan today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Helmand, Afghanistan, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Helmand? If an earthquake is happening right now near Helmand (also known as ولایت هلمند), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Helmand Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Helmand. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Helmand and elsewhere.
Oct 15, 2023 08:06AM
On Sunday Morning a DAMAGING M6.3 Earthquake struck near Herāt in Afghanistan.
Oct 11, 2023 05:11AM
On Wednesday Night a DESTRUCTIVE M6.3 Earthquake struck near Herāt in Afghanistan.
Helmand Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 24 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Helmand, Afghanistan in the past 10 years. This comes down to a yearly average of 2 earthquakes per year
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Helmand in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Helmand during this time. Usually, higher magnitudes are less common than lower magnitudes. Small earthquakes with a magnitude below 4 on the Richter scale have been omitted from this overview.
| Magnitude | Earthquakes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mag. 4 | 20 | 83.33% |
| Mag. 5 | 4 | 16.67% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Helmand
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Helmand occurred on May 13, 2016 11:31 local time (Asia/Kabul timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.5 and struck 218 kilometers (135 mi) east-southeast of Lashkar Gāh, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Helmand in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.7 earthquake struck on Oct 3, 1975 09:44, 238 kilometers (148 mi) east-southeast of Lashkar Gāh. It is the strongest earthquake near Helmand in the past 124 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Helmand, Afghanistan in the past 10 years. You can use the tabs to find the heaviest historic earthquakes since the year 1900 or within a specific year or distance from Helmand.
Earthquakes by city in Helmand
Click the links below for earthquake reports for major places in Helmand, Afghanistan.
Use this regional Helmand earthquake report for earthquakes that were felt in smaller towns and cities in the region, including Gereshk.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Helmand.
When was the last earthquake in Helmand, Afghanistan?
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Helmand on the night of March 31, 2024 at 00:57 local time (Asia/Kabul). The center of this earthquake was located 243km south-southeast of Lashkar Gāh at a depth of 10km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Helmand, Afghanistan in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Helmand, Afghanistan?
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Helmand on the morning of October 3, 1975 at 09:44 local time (Asia/Kabul). The center of this earthquake was located 238km south-east of Lashkar Gāh at a depth of 11km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Helmand since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Helmand, Afghanistan?
In the past 10 years, 24 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Helmand. This averages to 2 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 152 days.
