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4.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Pakistan, No Damage Reported

A shallow quake recorded at a depth of 10 km raises concerns over potential aftershocks in the seismically active region.

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter Scale hit Pakistan at 01.44 am.

Overview

  • A 4.0-magnitude earthquake occurred in Pakistan early Saturday at 1:44 a.m. local time, confirmed by the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
  • The earthquake's epicenter was located at latitude 29.67 N and longitude 66.10 E, with a shallow depth of 10 kilometers.
  • No immediate reports of damage or injuries have been received following the tremor.
  • This latest quake follows a series of recent moderate earthquakes in the region, including a 4.2-magnitude tremor on May 5.
  • Experts caution that the shallow depth of the quake increases the likelihood of aftershocks in this tectonically active area.