Published on, Sept. 26 -- September 26, 2025 4:09 PM

A strong earthquake struck Pakistan on Friday morning, shaking Islamabad and several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The quake caused widespread panic in major cities including Rawalpindi, Peshawar, and Swat. According to seismologists, the magnitude was 5.5 on the Richter scale. The epicentre was located in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department confirmed the quake originated 195 kilometres underground. Despite its depth, tremors were clearly felt across the northern and western areas of KP. Residents in the twin cities also felt their homes and offices shake. The sudden movement led many people to rush outdoors.

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