Tremors felt in Pakistan's northern areas

Published July 29, 2013
The earthquake measured 5.3 on the Richter scale and its epicenter was located in the Hindukush mountain range at a depth of 19 kilometers.  — File Photo
The earthquake measured 5.3 on the Richter scale and its epicenter was located in the Hindukush mountain range at a depth of 19 kilometers. — File Photo

ISLAMABAD: Earthquake shocks were felt across northern areas of Pakistan, including Islamabad, Peshawar, Nowshera, Buner and other surrounding areas, DawnNews reported.

The earthquake measured 5.3 on the Richter scale and its epicenter was located in the Hindukush mountain range at a depth of 179 kilometers, according to the met office.

Fear and panic gripped the affected areas as people left their houses and workplaces and headed out for open spaces.

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