KHUZDAR: A moderate earthquake of 4.8-magnitude jolted Khuzdar district and adjoining areas late Sunday night.
The tremor struck Khuzdar and surrounding areas, forcing people to leave their houses and rush to open areas.
According to the meteorological department, the intensity of the earthquake was recorded 4.8 on the richter scale and its epicentre was located 180 kilometers southwest of Khuzdar.
No casualty or property loss was reported from the area.