A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck central Pakistan early Sunday morning. The epicenter was located about 149 kilometers west of Multan city, according to the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, reported the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ).
The tremor was felt in various parts of central Pakistan, including cities such as Multan and surrounding areas. Despite the quake’s strength, no casualties or damage have been reported so far. The National Centre for Seismology noted that the earthquake struck around 3:54 am IST.
Local authorities and emergency services are monitoring the situation closely to ensure public safety. Pakistan sits in a seismically active zone, where earthquakes are common.
Residents expressed concern as the earthquake caused shaking for several seconds, reminding many about the importance of earthquake preparedness.
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