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Quake hits Pakistan, Afghanistan; rescue works in Thailand, Myanmar

On Wednesday morning (today), an earthquake struck Pakistan and Afghanistan. According to the BBC, the earthquake measured 4.3 in Pakistan and 4.7 in Afghanistan.
By Republica

KATHMANDU, April 2: On Wednesday morning (today), an earthquake struck Pakistan and Afghanistan. According to the BBC, the earthquake measured 4.3 in Pakistan and 4.7 in Afghanistan.



The earthquake's epicenter in Pakistan was 120 kilometers below the ground, while in Afghanistan, it was 193 kilometers deep.


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Meanwhile, last Friday’s earthquake in Thailand and Myanmar caused significant destruction. In Bangkok, Thailand, a tall building collapsed, burying many people, and Myanmar also suffered considerable damage. Rescue and relief operations are currently underway in both countries.


 

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