An earthquake shook neighboring Afghanistan this morning. According to the information received, the shock was 6.1 on the Richter scale. The epicenter was reported below the ground, however; no tsunami alert was issued. The quake affected Paktika province in southeastern Afghanistan. At least 255 people have been killed so far in the quake. The quake damaged several homes.
Hundreds of people have been crushed under the rubble. As soon as the quake was reported, the administration started working for rescue and helicopters have also been deployed. The quake was so strong that it shook Lahore, Multan and Quetta in neighboring Pakistan.
Earthquake shakes Pakistan
The quake affected Islamabad and other cities, according to Pakistani media. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake shook the region. The tremors were felt in Pakistan for a few seconds. But because of this, people started running here and there in fear. It is reassuring to know that there was no loss of life or property in the earthquake in Pakistan.
Earlier on Friday, there was an earthquake in Pakistan. The tremors were later felt in Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi and Multan. The tremors were also felt in Faisalabad, Abbottabad, Swat, Buner, Kohat and Malkandi. Which earthquake is dangerous?
The maximum magnitude of the quake has not yet been determined. However, an earthquake of magnitude 7.0 or greater on the Richter scale is considered moderately dangerous. Earthquakes of magnitude 2 or less on this scale are called microscopic earthquakes, which most people do not feel. 4.5 Richter scale earthquake can damage houses.