Quake jolts GB, adjoining areas

Fortunately no major damage or casualties have been reported as of now bringing a sense of relief to the affected communities

By PPI
February 18, 2024
Richter scale measuring earthquake. — AFP/File

GILGIT: A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck various parts of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) particularly the Ghizer district, sending tremors through the region earlier on Saturday.

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According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) the epicenter of the quake was along the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border with a depth of 102 kilometers causing tremors across the bordering areas.

Fortunately no major damage or casualties have been reported as of now bringing a sense of relief to the affected communities, a private news channel reported. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation ensuring a swift and coordinated response to any developments.

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