ISLAMABAD – June 9, 2025:
A minor earthquake was recorded in the northern region of Pakistan on Monday evening. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Islamabad, the seismic activity was detected at 17:52 PST on June 9, 2025.
The earthquake measured 3.2 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter located 20 kilometers southwest of Chitral. The tremor occurred at a depth of 40 kilometers, making it a low-intensity quake with no immediate threat reported.
Earthquake Details:
- Date: June 9, 2025
- Time: 17:52 PST
- Magnitude: 3.2
- Depth: 40 km
- Latitude: 35.81°N
- Longitude: 71.58°E
- Epicenter: 20 km Southwest of Chitral
- Issued by: PMD Islamabad
Residents in Chitral and surrounding mountainous areas may have felt slight tremors. However, no damage to property or casualties have been reported as of now.
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Seismic Zone Alert:
Northern Pakistan, particularly areas near the Hindu Kush mountain range, lies in a seismically active zone. Minor to moderate earthquakes are common and typically pose no major threat. However, PMD advises citizens to remain informed and follow basic safety guidelines during seismic events.
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