Tremors felt in Quetta, adjoining areas

Published December 18, 2018
Metrological dept says that the epicentre of the 4.5 magnitude earthquake was found some 46km northeast of Quetta.
Metrological dept says that the epicentre of the 4.5 magnitude earthquake was found some 46km northeast of Quetta.

QUETTA: The provincial capital and other cities of northern and eastern Balochistan were hit by a moderate earthquake on Monday.

The tremor struck Quetta and other areas at around 12.15pm, forcing people to leave their homes and workplaces and rush into the open.

The metrological department said that the epicentre of the 4.5 magnitude earthquake was found some 46km northeast of Quetta. The quake originated in 10km depth.

According to reports, the tremor was felt in Harnai, Shahrag, Mastung, Mach, Kolpur, Pishin and several other areas of northern and eastern Balochistan.

No casualty or property damage was reported. However, cracks were reported in some mud houses in areas on the outskirts of Quetta and other areas.

A senior official of the district administration said rescue teams were sent to these areas.

Published in Dawn, December 18th, 2018

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