2013 Balochistan earthquakes

The 2013 Balochistan earthquakes took place in late September in southwestern Pakistan. The mainshock had a moment magnitude of 7.7 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). At least 825 people were killed and hundreds more were injured. On 28 September, a M6.8 aftershock occurred to the north at a depth of 14.8 kilometres (9.2 miles), killing at least 22 people.

For the event in 2021, see 2021 Balochistan earthquake.

2013 Balochistan earthquakes
UTC time2013-09-24 11:29:47
ISC event608458290
USGS-ANSSComCat
Local date24 September 2013
Local time16:29:48 PKT (UTC+5)
Magnitude7.7 Mw
Depth15.0 km (9.3 mi)
Epicenter26.951°N 65.501°E / 26.951; 65.501
TypeOblique-slip
Areas affectedPakistan
Max. intensityMMI IX (Violent)
Casualties825 dead, 700 injured
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