SIBBI: An earthquake of a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale jolted different parts of Balochistan on Tuesday Morning.
The tremors spread panic amongst locals, although no loss of life and property was reported from any area.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the intensity of the earthquake’s epicenter was 66 kilometers away from Sibbi on the South Eastern side.
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The depth of the earthquake was 40 kilometers. Tremors were also felt in the settlements nearby.
The earthquake tremors were felt in different parts of the province including Quetta, Sibbi, Jaffarabad, and adjoining areas.
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People immediately vacated their homes and workplaces and rushed out into open places. No loss of life or property has been reported during the earthquake.
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