A recent 5.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Pakistan occurred in several cities in Pakistan. Here’s an informative and precise look at what happened, why it matters, and how authorities respond.
The Facts at a Glance
August 2025, a magnitude 5.1 earthquake just after midnight near RWAT, roughly 15 kilometers southeast of Rawalpindi, at a shallow depth of about 10 kilometers. Tremors were heavily felt in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Muree, Haripur, Chakwal, Talagang, Kallar Kahar, and Mardan. The incident followed another heavy earthquake less than 24 hours earlier, 5.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Pakistan in the Hindu Kush region, which also rattled northern Pakistan.
In June, central Pakistan was jolted awake by a 5.3 magnitude earthquake with its epicenter near 149 km west of Multan, South Punjab.
What is the reason for these frequent earthquakes?
Pakistan lies at the collision zone of the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates, a region highly targeted to seismic activity. This earthquake, like the sudden ones, results in heavy ground shaking and a higher chance of damage.
How to Save During an Earthquake
- Stay Calm and cool-minded
- Stay on the side of the wall
- In a heavy earthquake, have an emergency medical kit ready
- Search for safe spots, as soon as possible in-house and open areas.
