A powerful earthquake struck a remote region of the country, causing significant damage to infrastructure but no immediate reports of casualties, according to preliminary assessments.
The quake, with a magnitude of 7.2, occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, shaking buildings and triggering landslides in mountainous areas. Emergency response teams have been deployed to the affected zone to assess the situation and provide assistance.
Local authorities reported that roads and bridges have been damaged, complicating access to some communities. Power outages have been reported in several towns, and communication lines are down in the hardest-hit areas.
Residents described feeling intense shaking that lasted for nearly a minute, with many fleeing their homes in panic. “It was terrifying. Everything was moving,” said a local resident.
Seismologists warned that aftershocks are likely in the coming days and urged people to remain cautious. The government has set up emergency shelters and is coordinating relief efforts with humanitarian organizations.
International monitoring agencies have recorded the event and are providing data to assist with response coordination. The full extent of the damage is expected to become clearer as assessments continue.
