6.8 magnitude earthquake in Pakistan
A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake shook several parts of South Asia on Monday, 22nd March 2023. The tremors were felt in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and other surrounding areas. The earthquake lasted for about 30 seconds, causing panic and chaos among the people. According to the US Geological Survey, the epicenter of the quake was in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region, about 250 kilometers northeast of Kabul, and occurred at a depth of 193 kilometers. The depth of the earthquake is the reason that the impact was felt across a vast area, including parts of Pakistan, India, and other neighboring countries. https://www.instagram.com/p/CqF91fZsQCQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://twitter.com/thepakistan2021/status/1638481559014592513?s=20 As soon as the earthquake hit, people rushed out of their homes and offices in panic. The strong tremors caused buildings to sway, and many buildings and houses were damaged. The earthquake caused power outages in several areas, further addi...