Karachi, one of Pakistan’s largest cities, has experienced 26 minor earthquakes in just four days, sparking panic among residents. Since Sunday, June 1, the city has seen continuous tremors, with the latest recorded on Tuesday night, ranging from magnitude 2.0 to 3.1.
According to the Seismic Monitoring Center, the tremors were shallow, with depths ranging from 30 to 80 kilometers. While none have caused major damage, the frequency of quakes has raised serious concerns.
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Experts Warn of a Possible Strong Earthquake
Chief Meteorologist Ameer Haider Laghari confirmed that the tremors are due to increased activity along the Landhi Fault Line, which is now returning to a more stable state. However, the pattern suggests that more minor tremors may occur over the next week.
In a separate statement, the private agency Earthquake News and Research Center (EQNRC) issued a serious warning:
> “There is a high chance of a strong earthquake between Thursday night and Saturday night,” said CEO Muhammad Shehbaz Laghari in a press conference at the National Press Club in Islamabad.
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Residents Are Living in Fear
This rare cluster of quakes has left many Karachi residents terrified, with some families spending nights outside their homes. Areas most affected include Landhi, Malir, Saudabad, Steel Town, Gulistan-e-Johar, and surrounding zones.
People have been seen running outdoors reciting prayers, unsure of what’s coming next. Some residents compare this pattern to no previous seismic history in Karachi, calling it “unnatural and alarming.”
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“We Are Not Spreading Panic, We Are Spreading Awareness” – EQNRC
EQNRC’s CEO clarified that their warnings are based on scientific data and not fear-mongering.
> “We are offering early warnings to help the public and government take safety precautions,” said Laghari.
He added that despite offers from international organizations, their team is being discouraged locally, and urged the Pakistani government to support the development of an official earthquake warning system.
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Transition to Preparedness
As Karachi continues to face seismic instability, both government agencies and citizens are urged to stay alert and follow
