Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 jolts Pakistan's Balochistan
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan's Balochistan province near Khuzdar on October 17, 2026. Tremors were felt across multiple districts in Balochistan and neighboring Sindh province.
Why it matters
The region is seismically active due to its location on three major tectonic plates, posing ongoing risks to infrastructure and public safety.
Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 jolts Pakistan's Balochistan left Image used for representation Getty Images/iStockphotos Getty Images/iStockphotos https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/5v0ssz/article71595750.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Quake.jpg The quake was reported 48 km west-northwest of Khuzdar, it said. In February, a 5.6-magnitude earthquake also struck Balochistan province. Islamabad A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan's Balochistan province on Saturday (October 17, 2026), the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. https://www.thehindu.com/tag/371-244/ The quake struck near Khuzdar town in Balochistan province, the USGS posted on X. The quake was reported 48 km west-northwest of Khuzdar, it said. In February, a 5.6-magnitude earthquake also struck Balochistan province.
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