Mon May 12 09:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Fourth Earthquake Hits Pakistan in Recent Weeks
**ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN** – A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Pakistan early Saturday morning, marking the fourth seismic event to hit the country in the past three weeks. The quake, which occurred at 1:44 am IST (May 10th), had its epicenter near latitude 29.67°N and longitude 66.10°E at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
Previous quakes included a 4.2 magnitude tremor on May 5th near Chitral District, another 4.2 magnitude quake in Afghanistan on the same day, and a 4.4 magnitude earthquake on April 30th. A stronger 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck on April 12th, prompting concerns about potential aftershocks.
Pakistan’s location at the convergence of the Eurasian and Indian tectonic plates makes it highly susceptible to seismic activity. Areas like Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan are particularly vulnerable. Experts warn that ongoing tectonic stress continues to pose a significant risk of future earthquakes. No immediate reports of damage or casualties from Saturday’s quake have been released.
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