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.