A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Kyrgyzstan at a shallow depth of 7 kilometers, rattling residents across the Central Asian region.
Strong Quake Strikes Kyrgyzstan, No Immediate Reports of Damage
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC) confirmed that a 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Kyrgyzstan on Sunday, sending tremors across parts of Central Asia.
According to the EMSC, the quake’s epicenter was located at a shallow depth of about 7 kilometers, amplifying the shaking intensity felt on the surface.
Residents in nearby regions, including parts of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and western China, reported feeling the tremor, though there were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
Local authorities have begun assessments in the affected areas, and emergency teams have been placed on alert in the event of aftershocks.
Kyrgyzstan lies in a seismically active zone where the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates meet, making it prone to frequent but usually moderate earthquakes.
Regional Response and Monitoring
The Kyrgyz Ministry of Emergency Situations announced it is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with the Seismology Institute in Bishkek to assess potential risks to infrastructure, especially in mountainous regions vulnerable to landslides.
Experts warned that due to the shallow depth, aftershocks may occur, though typically of lower intensity.
The EMSC continues to track seismic activity in the region, which has seen a series of small-to-moderate quakes in recent months.
