ISLAMABAD: An earthquake measuring 6 on the Richter scale jolted Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and parts of Punjab, including Lahore, late Sunday night, reports Geo News.
The National Seismic Monitoring Centre of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said the quake struck with a magnitude of 6, its epicentre located near the Hindu Kush region.
The tremors sent residents running outdoors in fear, with similar reports coming from Peshawar, Mardan, Murree and other northern districts. Windows rattled and furniture shook, but there have been no immediate reports of casualties or serious damage.
Rescue teams and local authorities are assessing the situation, while citizens have been advised to remain cautious and avoid staying in unsafe buildings.
