In the past four days 27 earthquakes were recorded in the city, with the highest number of tremors recorded in Malir and DHA. Mild to moderate intensity earthquakes may continue for few more days. Landhi fault line is stated to be the main reason of earthquakes in the city. The tremors, first felt on Sunday, continued on Wednesday.
According to the latest data released by the National Tsunami Centre, 27 earthquakes have been recorded in five different places in the city so far, with the intensity being moderate on the Richter scale. The highest number of earthquakes was recorded in Malir (11), DHA (10), Quaidabad (3), and Korangi and Gadap (1 each).
According to Amir Haider Leghari, Director of the National Tsunami Centre, the earthquakes, resulting from the release of energy accumulated in the underground fault line, may continue for some more time. The slow release of energy protects against the risks of major earthquakes.
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