Recent earthquakes in Pakistan
Pakistan spans the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates in the north and the Makran subduction zone along its southern coast, giving it a wide range of earthquake sources. The mountainous north is especially hazardous. The 2005 Kashmir earthquake (M7.6) killed roughly 80,000 people, and the 1935 Quetta earthquake was another catastrophic event. In the past 24 hours, Pakistan has recorded no earthquakes above the reporting threshold.
Counts include M2.5+ events — the smallest size USGS reports consistently worldwide.
Recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Time (UTC) | Depth | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.4 | Sep 9, 18:02 UTC | 108 km | 29 km SSW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan |
| M4.0 | Sep 7, 00:06 UTC | 159 km | 81 km SE of Farkhār, Afghanistan |
Notable recent activity
An M4.4 earthquake struck 29 km SSW of Ashkāsham, Afghanistan at 18:02 UTC on Sep 9 at a depth of 108 km.
An M4.0 earthquake struck 81 km SE of Farkhār, Afghanistan at 00:06 UTC on Sep 7 at a depth of 159 km.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Pakistan have earthquakes?
Northern Pakistan lies in the collision zone between the Indian and Eurasian plates, home to the Himalaya, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush and their active faults. Along the southern coast, the Makran subduction zone adds offshore earthquake and tsunami hazard.
How often do major earthquakes hit Pakistan?
Pakistan experiences damaging earthquakes periodically, with major events every few decades in the mountainous north and along the Chaman and other faults. Smaller earthquakes are frequent across the region.
What was the deadliest earthquake in Pakistan?
The October 8, 2005 Kashmir earthquake, magnitude 7.6, killed roughly 80,000 people in northern Pakistan and Kashmir. The 1935 Quetta earthquake (about M7.7) destroyed the city of Quetta and killed tens of thousands.
Nearby regions
Live data from the USGS earthquake feeds. Magnitudes and depths are automated readings and may be revised. Not for emergency use.