A strong earthquake jolted Karachi, Pakistan just a few minutes before half past one on January 19, 2011. According to the US Geological Survey, the magnitude of this earthquake was recorded to be 7.3. The quake was also felt in Quetta and a number of other cities in Pakistan.
Advice for the public
Please do not panic during an earthquake. If you are unable to get out in the open immediately, try getting cover under a table or stand firm in your doorway. These are precautionary measures only and do not guarantee complete safety though.
