## Parts of Pakistan Rattled by 5.7 Magnitude Quake, No Immediate Reports of Damage ### The earthquake struck in the Quetta region of southwest Pakistan, but there are no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the quake hit at 2:29 p.m. local time (9:29 a.m. UTC) on Thursday, with its epicenter 14 kilometers (9 miles) east-southeast of Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province. The USGS said the quake had a depth of 15 kilometers (9 miles). The quake was felt in Quetta and surrounding areas, but there are no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries. However, some minor damage has been reported, including fallen ceilings and cracked walls. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is still assessing the situation, but there are no reports of any casualties at this time. The NDMA has also issued a warning for people to be cautious of aftershocks. The earthquake comes just days after a 6.1 magnitude quake hit Afghanistan, killing at least 1,000 people. The two quakes are not related, but they are a reminder of the seismic activity that is common in this region.
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