According to the meteorological department, the epicenter of the shallow 5.7-magnitude quake had been identified as Kharan district, Balochistan. - Reuters Photo

KARACHI: A shallow 5.7-magnitude earthquake hit Karachi and different parts of Balochistan early on Wednesday, DawnNews reported.

According to the meteorological department, the epicenter of the quake had been identified as Kharan district, Balochistan.

Other than Karachi, the tremors were also felt in several parts of Balochistan province, including Quetta, Sibbi, Washuk, Dalbandin and Khuzdar.

No loss of life or damages to property were reported from the affected areas.

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