A light earthquake of 4.0 on the Richter scale hit some regions of Pakistan, triggering temporary panic among locals but with no initial reports of damage or injury. The quake occurred early Thursday morning and lasted a few seconds, said local seismological officials.
The epicentre lay in a relatively uninhabited area, reducing possible threats to infrastructure and population. Emergency teams were quickly called in to determine the extent of the crisis, though reports so far suggest the earthquake did not interrupt daily life or critical services.
Pakistan is located within a seismically active region, that is close to the collision boundary of the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates, and hence earthquakes are a relatively common phenomenon. Experts have warned the population to remain vigilant and check on emergency procedures in the event of aftershocks.
Authorities have asked people not to panic but to stay updated with official notifications. No tsunami warning has been issued, and all transport and communication infrastructure is functioning normally. Ongoing monitoring continues to safeguard the public and structures in the affected areas.
