A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan in the early hours of Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 1:44 am local time, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The tremor originated at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, with its epicenter located at latitude 29.67°N and longitude 66.10°E. Residents in several regions reported feeling the tremors, but there were no immediate reports of damage to property or injuries to people.

This earthquake comes just days after a 4.2-magnitude quake shook parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan earlier in the week, also at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. Experts note that shallow earthquakes-those occurring at depths less than 70 kilometers-can cause more intense ground shaking near the epicenter because seismic waves have less distance to travel to the surface. Fortunately, despite the potential for strong shaking, no significant structural damage or casualties have been confirmed from the recent tremor.

Pakistan is situated in a highly seismically active region, lying at the intersection of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates. Provinces such as Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan are particularly vulnerable due to their proximity to active fault lines. The country frequently experiences low to moderate-intensity earthquakes, and the recent back-to-back tremors have heightened awareness among both residents and authorities about the importance of earthquake preparedness.

Seismologists continue to monitor the situation closely, especially given the increased seismic activity in the region over recent weeks. The likelihood of aftershocks remains, particularly following shallow earthquakes like the latest one, though none have been officially reported so far. The NCS and local authorities are maintaining vigilance to ensure timely response in case of any delayed reports or further seismic events.