Earthquake Jolts Lahore, Surrounding Areas

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Earthquake jolts Lahore, surrounding areas

The magnitude of the earthquake was recorded at 4.3 on Richter scale. 

Lahore (Pakistan Point News – 1st September, 2018) Earthquake tremors were felt in Lahore and adjoining areas on Saturday.

Earthquake tremors were felt in various areas of Punjab, including Lahore, Sheikhupura, Chiniot, Nankana Sahab, Pakpattan, Okara, Jarranwala, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Faisalabad and other areas.

According to initial reports, the magnitude of the earthquake was recorded at 4.3 on Richter scale.

The chief meteorologist said that the centre of earthquake of Nankana Sahib and it's depth was 10km.

People came out of their houses and offices out of fear.

Mahnoor Sheikh

The writer is News Editor, Pakistan Point. She has graduated in Mass Communication and has worked in various media houses