Karachi residents were rocked late Monday evening as their city experienced its 10th minor earthquake within 24 hours, according to Pakistan Meteorological Department reports. This latest tremor registered as magnitude 2.4 on the Richter scale with its epicenter located near Malir area approximately 10 kilometers beneath surface level.
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These mild earthquakes have raised concerns among residents in neighborhoods such as Landhi, Quaidabad, Malir and surrounding areas where residents have most felt the tremors. According to PMD Chief Meteorologist Aamir Haider, these seismic activities originate from Landhi Fault Region which, according to him, became active several decades ago, and is presently going through normalization phases that are releasing energy through small tremors.tribune.com.pk
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These earthquakes, with shallow depths often around 10 kilometers, have been perceptible despite their modest magnitudes, leading to moments of panic and uncertainty among residents living nearby. Authorities have assured them there is no immediate risk of major earthquakes from this activity; rather it should be seen as natural energy release that helps prevent larger, more destructive quakes. thenews.com.pk @ geo.tv (+11).
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Authorities continue to closely monitor the situation and have advised residents to remain calm but vigilant. Emergency services are on standby, with no reports of major damages or injuries being sustained to date. According to PMD estimates, mild aftershocks could continue in coming days as the fault line stabilizes further. To stay up-to-date on developments regarding this incident visit geo.tv +1 for updates from Pakistan Media Distribution network
Residents are advised to remain informed through official channels and take standard safety precautions during seismic events, including moving to open areas away from buildings and structures, forgoing elevator use and having emergency kits ready.
Recent seismic activity in Karachi serves as a reminder of its vulnerability to earthquakes despite being situated far away from major tectonic plate boundaries. Urban planners and authorities should take these factors into account when designing infrastructure development plans and emergency preparedness plans to ensure population safety and resilience.