Pakistan Hit by Magnitude 4.6 Earthquake
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake has struck Pakistan, according to a statement from the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
Details of the Earthquake
The NCS reported that the earthquake occurred on Thursday at a shallow depth of 10km. The coordinates of the quake were recorded at 27.18 N latitude and 64.96 E longitude. Shallow earthquakes are known to be more dangerous than deeper ones due to the proximity to the surface.
Recent Seismic Activity
Peshawar residents also felt tremors measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, with the epicenter located in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountain range. Additionally, Karachi has experienced numerous mild quakes due to activity on the Landhi Fault Line.
Pakistan's Seismic Vulnerability
Pakistan is located at the intersection of the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates, making it prone to frequent and often destructive earthquakes.