Earthquake jolts parts of Pakistan
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*QUETTA: An earthquake jolts struck the provincial capital and other cities of northern and eastern Balochistan on Thursday, however no loss of life was reported.*
The tremor struck Quetta and other areas at around 1.30am, forcing people to leave their homes and workplaces and rush into the open.
The metrological department said that the epicentre of the 3.0 magnitude earthquake was found some 10km southeast of Kharan. The quake originated in 25km depth.
According to reports, the tremor was felt in Harnai, Shahrag, Mastung, Mach, Kolpur, Pishin and several other areas of northern and eastern Balochistan.
No casualty or property damage was reported. However, cracks were reported in some mud houses in areas on the outskirts of Quetta and other areas.
Officials of the district administration said rescue teams were dispatched to these areas.
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake had struck Hindukush region of Afghanistan, triggering tremors in most parts of Pakistan in January last year.
