Minor earthquake tremors were felt in Karachi on Wednesday morning, creating panic amongst citizens who are still fearing a possible cyclone.
An earthquake of 3.2 magnitude with a depth of 10 kilometres was recorded in Malir.
According to the Seismological Centre, the epicentre was located 7 kilometres northwest of Malir.
With the latest tremors, the total number of low-intensity earthquakes in Karachi since June 1 rose to 61.
Most tremors have been reported near Malir and adjoining areas, including Quaidabad, Gadap, DHA City, DHA, and Korangi.
Experts say the fault lines running through Korangi and Malir have reactivated after several decades, triggering minor quakes in nearby localities.
The met office has already warned of a cyclone approaching Karachi, which has caused heavy rains in thee city since yesterday.
Previously, experts have often warned that a powerful seismic hazard can put the lives of thousands at risk and damage critical infrastructure.
The city’s close proximity to several seismic faults, including the Allahbund fault, which runs parallel to Sindh’s coast, and the junction of the Indian, Arabian and Eurasian plates, makes it susceptible to natural seismic activity.
