On July 19 a significant earthquake of 4.5 magnitude rattled several major cities in Pakistan including Islamabad and Lahore causing widespread concern among the populace. The tremors were felt as weak vibrations that led to minor disruptions and a sense of unease among the residents.
The earthquake’s epicenter was traced back to the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan, according to Volcano Discovery. The seismic activity originated deep beneath the earth’s surface, approximately 205 kilometers down.
However, there seems to be a slight discrepancy in the recorded magnitude of the quake. The National Seismic Monitoring Center in Islamabad reported the earthquake’s magnitude to be slightly higher at 5.1, with its depth recorded at around 208 kilometers.
The tremors were not limited to Islamabad and Lahore but also spread to other cities such as Haripur, Kamra, Rawalpindi, Hawelian, and Muzzafarabad. The ground shaking caused by the earthquake led to a wave of fear and anxiety among the residents of these cities.
Despite the fear and nervousness, the earthquake’s vibrations were described as weak by those who experienced it. However, the event served as a stark reminder of the country’s vulnerability to seismic activities and the need for adequate preparedness and response mechanisms.
