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Earthquake in Pakistan - 2002-11-21

Feb 11, 2026 February 11, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

A mild earthquake in northern Pakistan has killed at least 19 people, marking the second deadly quake in the region this month. The earthquake occurred 400 kilometers from Peshawar, with a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The recent earthquakes in northern Pakistan underscore the ongoing risk of natural disasters in the region.

📰 What Happened

A mild earthquake in northern Pakistan has resulted in the deaths of at least 19 people, marking the second deadly quake in the region this month. The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale.

  • The earthquake occurred early in the morning in a remote mountainous region.
  • This is the second earthquake of similar magnitude in the area within a month.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: While this event is primarily in Pakistan, it highlights the seismic risks in the broader region, including Iran, which also faces similar geological threats.
🌍 Regional: The repeated earthquakes in this area could lead to increased humanitarian needs and regional instability.
🌐 International: International aid may be required to assist the affected populations, drawing attention to the need for disaster preparedness in seismic zones.

📚 Background

Pakistan is located in a seismically active zone, making it vulnerable to earthquakes. The region has experienced significant seismic events in the past, leading to loss of life and infrastructure damage.

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A mild earthquake in Pakistan has resulted in the deaths of at least 19 people. The earthquake occurred early this morning in a remote mountainous region in the north of the country, 400 kilometers from Peshawar. Experts have estimated the magnitude of the earthquake to be 5.5 on the Richter scale and say this is the second deadly earthquake in the region this month; on November 3, an earthquake of the same magnitude killed 17 people in the area.

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