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ISLAMABAD: A 5.9-magnitude earthquake was felt across several parts of Pakistan on Saturday morning, sending residents rushing out of homes, offices and shopping centres as strong tremors spread across a wide area.
The earthquake was experienced in Lahore, Islamabad, Chakwal, Charsadda, Mianwali, Swat, Karak and Shangla, causing panic among the public. However, authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
According to seismic monitoring officials, the earthquake struck at around 6:35 a.m., with its epicentre located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan at a depth of approximately 178 kilometres. Experts said the considerable depth allowed the tremors to travel across northern and central Pakistan.
Emergency response teams are monitoring the situation and have advised citizens to remain calm while staying alert for possible aftershocks.
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