Powerful Quake Hits Pakistan’s Balochistan; Damage Assessment Underway
What Happened
A strong earthquake struck near Khuzdar in Pakistan’s Balochistan province on Saturday, October 17. EMSC put the magnitude at 6.0, while other reports citing different agencies put it between 5.6 and 6.0. Tremors were felt in nearby areas, prompting people to leave homes and commercial buildings.
Key Takeaways
Initial reports did not indicate major destruction or casualties, but authorities were assessing the affected areas.