DALBANDIN — A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Dalbandin and adjoining areas of Balochistan on Friday, triggering panic among residents who rushed out of their homes as tremors shook the region, Dunya News reported.
According to the Seismological Centre, the earthquake’s epicentre was located 15 kilometres east of Dalbandin, at a depth of 53 kilometres.
Residents Flee Homes as Tremors Hit
Frightened residents poured into the streets following the tremors, reciting the Kalima Tayyaba as the ground shook beneath them. The quake sent a wave of fear through the district, where memories of past seismic activity remain fresh.
No Casualties or Damage Reported
Authorities have confirmed that no loss of life or property has been reported so far. Local administration teams are monitoring the situation, and further assessments are underway in the affected areas.
- Magnitude: 5.1 on the Richter scale
- Epicentre: 15 km east of Dalbandin, Balochistan
- Depth: 53 kilometres
- Casualties: None reported
- Damage: None reported
Balochistan lies in a seismically active zone and has experienced several moderate to strong earthquakes in recent years. Dalbandin, a remote district near the Iranian border, is particularly vulnerable to tremors due to its geological location.
Officials have urged residents to remain calm and follow safety protocols in the event of aftershocks. Emergency services remain on standby as precautionary measures continue across the region.
