ISLAMABAD: A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan on Monday afternoon, with tremors felt across several parts of northern Pakistan, including the federal capital.
According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC) of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the earthquake occurred at 3:22 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST).
The PMD said the earthquake measured 5.4 on the Richter scale and originated in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan at a depth of 215 kilometres. The epicentre was located at latitude 36.44°N and longitude 70.70°E.
Tremors were reported in Islamabad, Peshawar, Swat, Battagram, Mansehra, and Abbottabad. Residents in several areas briefly moved outdoors as a precaution following the quake.
The earthquake was felt across a broad area of Pakistan, largely because it occurred deep beneath the earth’s surface. While deeper earthquakes are often felt over greater distances, they tend to cause less damage at ground level than shallower quakes of a similar strength.
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There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage to property following the tremors. Officials urged the public to stay alert, remain calm, and follow safety guidelines should any aftershocks occur.
