5.4-magnitude earthquake jolts parts of Pakistan

A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck several regions of Pakistan on Tuesday evening, causing panic among residents, particularly in the northern areas.

The tremors, which hit around 5:30 PM, were felt in major cities such as Peshawar, Mansehra, Islamabad, Abbottabad, and Swat, sending people fleeing from their homes and workplaces in fear.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s Seismic Network, the earthquake’s epicenter was located in Southeastern Afghanistan, with a depth of 22 kilometers underground.

The shallow nature of the quake made it strong enough to be felt across a wide area, especially in multi-storey buildings.

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Though the tremors lasted only a few seconds, they were significant enough to cause alarm among residents.

At the time of reporting, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or property damage.

However, rescue and disaster management teams were put on alert, and monitoring centers are keeping an eye on possible aftershocks.