4.4-magnitude earthquake jolts Swat, surrounding areas

SWAT: Earthquake tremors were felt in Swat and adjoining areas on Sunday, with the quake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale, according to the Seismological Centre.

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 105 kilometres, while its epicentre was located in the Hindu Kush mountain range, the centre said.

The tremors caused concern among residents, but no immediate reports of casualties or damage were available.

The Pakistan Connect also reported tremors in Batkhela and other parts of Malakand district on Sunday, citing the seismic monitoring centre.