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earthquakeCONFIRMEDPULSE-EVT-2026-PAK-EARTHQUA-01154

Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:10km) in Pakistan 17/10/2026 05:06 UTC, 2 thousand (in MMI>=VII).

On 10/17/2026 5:06:57 AM, an earthquake occurred in Pakistan potentially affecting 2 thousand (in MMI>=VII). The earthquake had Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:10km.

In plain language

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake occurred in Pakistan early this morning at a depth of 10 kilometers. While the overall severity is moderate, strong shaking was likely felt by about 2,000 people living near the center.

What is a earthquake? An earthquake happens when large blocks of rock beneath the Earth's surface suddenly slip past each other along a fault line. This movement releases energy in waves that travel through the ground, causing the shaking we feel. Most earthquakes occur at the boundaries where the planet's massive tectonic plates meet.

If you feel shaking, immediately Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy table until the vibration stops completely.

Location
Pakistan
Started
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
Last updated
2026-10-18 09:01
Severity
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Confidence
60/100
Population in zone
1765

This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.

Timeline

10-17 05:48
Detected via GDACS feed โ€” Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:10km) in Pakistan 17/10/2026 05:06 UTC, 2 thousand (in MMI>=VII).โ€” GDACS

Sources

GDACSTier 1 ยท Official

Disaster alerts sourced from GDACS (Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System) โ€” European Union, CC BY 4.0.

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