An earthquake of 5.4 magnitude jolted Islamabad, Lahore, and several other cities of Punjab on Saturday, sparking panic among residents. People rushed out of homes and buildings as tremors were strongly felt across different areas.
According to initial reports, the quake’s epicenter and depth are yet to be officially confirmed. No immediate casualties or major damage have been reported.
Authorities have placed rescue teams on alert and advised citizens to stay cautious in case of aftershocks.