The latest reports show that the death toll from the recent earthquake in Balochistan has risen to 350 people. Officials say that the numbers could rise even further as relief efforts continue.
The 7.7 magnitude earthquake that Awaran on Tuesday has claimed the lives of 350 people and left another 500 injured besides destroying homes and affecting more than 300,000 people in six districts. Geographically, the earthquake has also led to the creation of a small island just off the coast of Gwadar.
Speaking on the issue, the head of Balochistan’s Provincial Disaster Management Authority, Abdul Latif Khokar said that “Only in Awaran district, we have confirmed the death of 305 people, while we have received information about 43 dead from the other worst affected district, Kech,”
Civilian authorities and Armed Forces are continuing with relief efforts. Several tonnes of food and medical supplies have already been transported to the disaster inflicted areas. Six helicopters are also being utilized for swift transportation.
so sad….
No mullas and islamist showed up to help. Sad to see the sufferings and helplessness of the people, while the PM is with the Qatar sheikh, he has not showed up either, with his beloved CM brother .
We send our deepest heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families. Words cannot express the enormity of this tragic incident. We pray that the victims’ friends and families will find the strength to deal with this tragedy. We also wish to see the injured make a quick and speedy recovery. We repeat what White House Press Secretary Jay Carney, said: "Our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Pakistan, and we always stand ready to assist in any way we can in a terrible situation like that, a natural disaster."
Ali Khan
DET, United States Central Command
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