Earthquake: emergency declared in Awaran district

QUETTA: Chief Minister Balochistan Dr Abdul Malik Baloch has declared emergency in district Awaran after powerful earthquake killed at least 32 people, Geo News reported Tuesday.

The chief minister also directed the authorities concerned for immediate rescue and relief activities in the quake-hit areas.

Labaj area of Awaran was the worst hit by the powerful quake and at least 32 people lost their lives and several houses were damaged.