08/02/2017
Powerful earthquake jolts Balochistan coast
A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Balochistan.According to US Geological Survey, the 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit 23 kilometers southwest of the city of Pasni at a depth of 10 kilometers.The cities of Turbat and Gwadar are also within 90 kilometers from the epicenter of the quake.No casualties or damage to property was reported.
Earlier this month, a 5.0-magnitude earthquake was felt in Swat, and surrounding areas on Monday.
“The quake’s epicentre was Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region,” the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said. No loss of life or property has been reported thus far.