National Seismic Monitoring Center, Islamabad

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) holds the responsibility for seismic monitoring and tsunami early warning in Pakistan. It is the liability of the PMD to disseminate earthquake information to Government, non Government organization and to public after the occurrence of any event. The seismic monitoring technologies have been rapidly changed in the world. The seismic monitoring equipments have changed from analogue to digital technology. This enhanced the capability of the monitoring equipments.

Recent Earthquakes

Instruments

Objectives

Earthquakes

Detect, identify and locate earthquakes and monitor seismic activities

Information

Exchange information pertaining to seismology with international agencies

Quick Response

Provide quick response to the Government and other organizations

Research

Provide assistance in seismological studies and research in related fields