Update: Earthquake shakes region near Dajal, Pakistan on May 6 – 5.0 magnitude registered

Published May 23, 2026

RAJANPUR, Punjab — A 5.0 magnitude quake occurred near Dajal on Wednesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor, which jolted the area at 04:06 UTC (09:06 local time), was centered approximately 40 km northwest of Dajal. It occurred at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 4.9 event, but later upgraded it to 5.0.

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If you noticed the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey