5.4-magnitude earthquake jolts parts of KP, Islamabad

A 5.4-magnitude earthquake jolted parts of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and the capital, Islamabad, on Monday afternoon. The tremors were felt in several major cities, including Peshawar, Mansehra, Swat, Battagram, and Abbottabad.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported the earthquake occurred at 3:22 pm local time. Its epicenter was located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, at a considerable depth of 215 kilometers. This geological event serves as a reminder of the region's seismic vulnerability.

Following the earthquake, Rescue 1122 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa urged the public to contact their helpline immediately in case of any emergencies. This protocol is in place to ensure swift response to potential damages or injuries.

Pakistan is situated on a complex junction of three major tectonic plates: the Arabian, Euro-Asian, and Indian plates. This geological setting creates five distinct seismic zones within the country, making tectonic movements and earthquakes a frequent occurrence. The intersection of multiple fault lines further contributes to the region's seismic activity.

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directing the public to contact their helpline immediately in case of an emergency.