A moderate earthquake struck Islamabad on Monday, causing tremors across several northern regions. Pakistan’s seismic monitoring centre recorded the earthquake at a magnitude of 5.8.
According to officials, the quake originated at a depth of around 10 kilometres, which increased the intensity of shaking felt on the surface. Residents in many parts of Islamabad reported brief but noticeable tremors.
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Data from the United States Geological Survey placed the earthquake at a slightly higher magnitude of 5.9. The USGS said the epicentre was located about 50 kilometres north-northwest of Barishal, at a depth of 35 kilometres.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation and have urged citizens to remain calm while following standard safety precautions in case of aftershocks.
