Mild tremors from a mild earthquake were felt in the Chaman area and surrounding regions of Balochistan on Sunday, causing brief panic among residents.
People rushed out of their homes as the tremors struck, with many reciting the Kalma Tayyiba in fear. Several residents reported feeling a sudden jolt, though the shaking lasted only a few seconds.
According to the Seismological Centre, the earthquake measured 3.3 on the Richter scale. The tremor originated at a depth of 14 kilometres, with its epicentre located around seven kilometres northwest of Chaman.
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Despite the panic, authorities confirmed that no reports of human casualties or property damage have been received so far. Local officials said the situation remains normal and urged residents to remain calm.
Chaman and nearby areas lie in a seismically active zone, where minor earthquakes are relatively common. Experts say shallow, low-intensity tremors often cause fear but rarely cause serious damage.
Authorities advised citizens to follow basic safety guidelines during seismic activity and rely only on official sources for updates.
