Awami Reporter
Srinagar, Mar 13: (AR) A mild 5.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded in the Kashmir-India border region on Thursday night at 2:50 AM (local time), officials said.
According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at latitude 33.0777° N and longitude 76.5809° E, with its epicenter 52 km south-southwest of Padam and 125 km north-northeast of Pathankot, India.
No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been received. However, the tremors were felt in several areas, prompting people to rush out of their homes in fear.
Seismologists have classified the region as seismically active, advising people to stay alert and follow safety protocols. (AR)
