Breaking: Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake Shakes Azad Kashmir and Northern Pakistan

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Tremors Felt in Muzaffarabad, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa After Quake Near Afghanistan’s Kalafgan

Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir | June 27: A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Kalafgan, Afghanistan, at approximately 6:35 PM (local time) on Friday, sending tremors across Azad Kashmir, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and other northern parts of Pakistan.

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According to preliminary seismic reports, the earthquake’s epicenter was located near Kalafgan in northeastern Afghanistan. Residents in Muzaffarabad and several other cities reported feeling strong tremors, prompting many people to evacuate their homes, offices, and commercial buildings as a precaution.

As of the time of publication, no official reports of casualties or property damage have been received from authorities in Azad Kashmir or other affected areas. Emergency response agencies are continuing to monitor the situation.

Authorities have urged residents to remain calm, follow official safety advisories, and report any emergencies to the relevant departments.

This is a developing story. The Azadi Times will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available

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