A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck northern Pakistan on Tuesday morning, sending mild tremors across Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
The quake was recorded at 10:20 am, with its epicenter in Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region at a depth of approximately 190 kilometers. Due to its deep origin, the tremors were felt over a wide area but did not result in severe surface shaking.
Districts that reported tremors included Mansehra, Swat, Chitral, Abbottabad, and Peshawar. While many residents rushed outdoors in precaution, officials confirmed that no casualties or property damage were reported.
This incident follows a series of moderate quakes in recent months, as northern Pakistan lies on active fault lines, making it particularly prone to seismic activity. Experts caution that while most of these tremors are not destructive, they highlight the ongoing seismic risk in the region.
Authorities have reassured the public that there is no cause for concern, but disaster management teams stressed the importance of earthquake preparedness, urging citizens to remain calm during tremors and follow safety protocols.
For now, life has returned to normal in the affected areas, with residents expressing relief that the earthquake passed without major consequences.
