Summary A 4.9-magnitude earthquake shook Lahore and nearby areas, triggering panic among residents but causing no reported damage.
LAHORE (Dunya News) - An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale struck Lahore and its surrounding areas, causing panic among residents but with no immediate reports of casualties or property damage.
According to seismic monitoring authorities, the earthquake originated at a depth of 18 kilometres, with its epicentre located in the Kashmir-India border region.
The tremors were felt across Lahore and nearby localities, prompting residents to rush out of homes, offices, and commercial buildings as a precaution.
Witnesses reported scenes of anxiety as people gathered in open areas following the quake.
Authorities said no loss of life or significant structural damage had been reported in the immediate aftermath of the tremor, though monitoring and assessments were continuing.
