The world has not yet recovered from the devastating earthquakes in the South American country of Venezuela that now strong tremors have been felt in the neighboring country of Pakistan. An earthquake of 5.4 magnitude occurred near Dera Ghazi Khan area of Punjab province of Pakistan on Saturday morning. However, it is a matter of relief that no loss of life or property has been reported so far. The local administration is keeping an eye on the situation.
According to the information, the earthquake occurred on Saturday morning at 8:53 Pakistan time. Its intensity was measured at 5.4 on the Richter scale. The epicenter of the earthquake was located about 75 kilometers below the ground near Dera Ghazi Khan. As soon as the tremors were felt, people came out of their homes and buildings. At present there is no information about any major damage, but the administration is alert.
How many earthquakes have been felt in Pakistan in recent days?
This is not the first time that the earth has trembled in Pakistan in recent times. Earlier on Friday, earthquake tremors were also felt in many areas of Balochistan. Pakistan is located in a seismically sensitive area, due to which earthquakes keep occurring here from time to time. Experts say that people always need to be alert in such areas.
How much devastation has the earthquake caused in Venezuela?
The news of the earthquake in Pakistan comes at a time when Venezuela is still reeling from recent devastating earthquakes. On Wednesday, two powerful earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 occurred in Venezuela, causing massive devastation. Many buildings collapsed and thousands of people were affected. Rescue and relief operations are still going on.
What is the situation of relief and rescue operations in Venezuela?
The search for people buried under debris continues in many cities of Venezuela. A large number of injured are being treated in hospitals and relief camps. International aid agencies are also engaged in relief work. Officials say it will take time to fully assess the affected areas as many areas remain difficult to reach.