Quetta Quakes: 20 Killed, 200+ Injured in Fresh Shake
In the wee hours of Thursday, a 5.7‑magnitude rumble rattled southern Pakistan, leaving a tragic toll—at least 20 dead and more than 200 hurt, says the Disaster Management Authority’s Director General, Naseer Nasir.
What Happened?
- Depth & epicentre: The quake was shallow (only 20 km) and 102 km east of Quetta.
- Victims: Most fatalities were women and children, and over 100 mud homes collapsed.
- Infrastructure hit: Government buildings and other structures suffered significant damage.
- Homelessness: Hundreds were left without a roof, according to Deputy Commissioner Sohail Anwar of Harnai.
Images from the Wild Night
Social media buzzed with shaky houses and rattling light fixtures—then, in the stillness of the night, residents were scared to gather on the streets.
Aftermath
- Medical response: Injured folks were rushed to hospitals, while others received stretch‑carry care under the glow of phones.
- Historical context: In 1935, a massive 7.7 quake obliterated Quetta, claiming 30,000–60,000 lives—a grim reminder of the city’s seismic vulnerability.
Let’s hope this recent tremor sparks renewed attention to preparedness, lest history repeat itself.
