Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has reported that a total of 57 low-intensity tremors have been recorded in Karachi and surrounding areas since June 1, 2025. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC) in Islamabad, the tremors ranged between 1.5 and 3.8 on the Richter scale and are linked to increased activity along the Landhi Fault Line.
The PMD clarified that these seismic events reflect a natural release of tectonic stress within a localized fault system, which is considered a common occurrence in tectonically active regions. Most of the tremors originated at shallow depths — up to 70 kilometers — resulting in mild shaking felt across parts of the city.
Karachi lies near the convergence zone of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, where minor stress accumulation often leads to such low-magnitude quakes. Officials emphasize that these tremors are not indicators of any imminent large-scale seismic event.
"This recent seismic activity represents high-frequency but low-intensity tectonic movements, typical in fault systems such as the one beneath Karachi," said a PMD spokesperson. "There is currently no indication of a major earthquake threat based on available data and observed patterns."
The department also noted that local geological conditions — such as soft soil, land reclamation activities, and unregulated groundwater extraction — may influence how tremors are experienced at the surface.
The PMD continues to monitor seismic activity in real time to detect any unusual patterns. Citizens have been strongly advised not to panic, as these tremors are neither unexpected nor alarming. The department urged the public to rely only on official sources for information and to refrain from spreading unverified or alarmist reports.
Furthermore, the PMD called on media outlets and public institutions to disregard speculative or unscientific claims regarding earthquake predictions.
