Earthquake tremors have been felt in Peshawar, Islamabad and the surrounding regions on Friday.
An earthquake was felt in Peshawar, the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), along with several other districts of the province.
According to reports, tremors were also felt in Hangu, Kohat, Buner, Shangla, North Waziristan, Bajaur, Swat, Swabi and Upper Dir. The earth quake caused fear among residents in these areas.
Tremors were also reported in the federal capital, Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Thursday. Many people left their homes and offices in panic.
The earthquake struck shortly after iftar at around 6:07 PM.
In Peshawar, Nowshera, Mardan, and other regions, people rushed outside as the tremors were felt.
Many left their iftar meals and began reciting prayers.
According to initial reports, several cities across the country were shaken by an earthquake at the time of iftar. People rushed out of their homes and buildings in search of safe places.
The Seismological Centre said the earthquake measured 5.6 in magnitude. Its depth was recorded at 73 kilometres. The epicentre was in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.
Tremors were felt in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Swat, Mardan and nearby areas, Lower Dir, Malakand, Chitral, Khyber, Bara, Jamrud, Landi Kotal and Tirah. The earthquake was also felt in Sargodha and the surrounding areas.
During the tremors, many people came out of their houses while reciting the Kalma. So far, there have been no reports of any loss of life or property.
