Mild Earthquake Jolts Karachi; No Damage Reported

Mild Earthquake Jolts Karachi; On Sunday, June 1, 2025, a mild earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale was felt across multiple areas of Karachi, including Quaidabad, Malir, Landhi, and Shah Faisal. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported that the tremor occurred at 5:33 PM PST, with its epicenter near Quaidabad at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers .

Residents experienced brief shaking, leading many to evacuate buildings as a precaution. Despite the panic, no casualties or property damage have been reported. Authorities have urged citizens to remain calm and follow safety protocols during such events .

While Karachi is not typically prone to seismic activity due to its distance from major fault lines, experts emphasize the importance of earthquake preparedness, even for low-magnitude tremors .