Pakistan jolted by 5.4 magnitude quake, no immediate damage reported
New Delhi, June 27
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan on Saturday, according to the National Center for Seismology, with no immediate reports of deaths or damage to property.
The latest tremor comes just hours after another earthquake rattled parts of the country on Friday evening.
In a statement, the NCS said the quake measured 5.3 in magnitude and occurred at a depth of 75 kilometres. The tremors were felt across several regions, though there were no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage. Authorities continue to monitor the situation as further details are awaited.
Earlier, preliminary assessments had placed the magnitude of quake at 5.4, later updated it to 5.5.
The latest sequence of tremors highlights Pakistan's vulnerability to seismic activity. The country lies along the boundary where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, making it one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world.
The Saturday quake marks another in a series of recent seismic events affecting the region, coming shortly after Friday's 5.3 magnitude tremor.
Meanwhile, in a major natural disaster reported in recent days, a fresh 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck off Venezuela's northern coast on Friday, just two days after powerful twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 devastated parts of the country.
The earlier quakes caused widespread destruction, including building collapses in Caracas and surrounding areas. Venezuelan authorities have confirmed that the death toll has risen to 920, while 3,360 people have been injured.
As of Friday afternoon, 871 international rescue workers were assisting relief operations in the country.
Meanwhile, as of mid-day Friday, over 50,000 people remain missing, according to a website established to receive reports of people still unaccounted for.
Emergency teams in Venezuela remain engaged in large-scale relief efforts as aftershocks continue to affect already devastated areas, further complicating rescue and rehabilitation work.
Authorities are closely monitoring seismic activity, with disaster response agencies on alert for any further developments.
— IANS
Reader Comments
5.4 magnitude is significant but thankfully shallow depth of 75 km and no damage. But why does the article mix news about Venezuela with this? That's a completely different continent and disaster. Very confusing reporting style 🙄
Pakistan lies on the same tectonic boundary as us, so these tremors are common. But 920 dead in Venezuela and 50,000 missing is terrifying. That must be getting more coverage internationally. Still, glad Pakistan avoided casualties this time.
I see the article focuses on Pakistan but I'm more struck by the Venezuela numbers. 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes? 920 dead? That's catastrophic. But let's hope both regions recover quickly. Seismic monitoring is crucial everywhere.
Good to hear no immediate damage in Pakistan, but these recurring tremors should be a wake-up call for building codes and disaster preparedness in the region. India and Pakistan both need to invest more in earthquake-resistant infrastructure. Just saying 🤷♀️
These small quakes are common in the Himalayan region. But mixing Pakistan and Venezuela in one article feels like the editor just merged two news feeds. Anyway, prayers for everyone affected by natural disasters worldwide. Nature reminds us we're all connected.
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