A Dutch organization called the Solar System Geometry Survey (SSGEOS), known for its earthquake predictions, has made a noteworthy forecast regarding a major earthquake in Pakistan.
They suggest that this seismic event could occur within the next 48 hours. The SSGEOS focuses on monitoring changes in electric charge in the atmosphere near sea level. They believe these changes can give an indication of regions where stronger seismic activity might happen, usually within a range of 1 to 9 days.
While they highlight that the areas they mark are estimations, their insights provide valuable information about potential earthquake-prone areas.
Recently, a Dutch scientist collaborating with SSGEOS noted a significant increase in electric activity along the Chaman fault lines in Pakistan. This uptick has raised concerns of a powerful earthquake happening in the next 48 hours, causing worry among the local population.
It’s worth noting that this Dutch scientist has a track record of accurately predicting earthquakes, including foreseeing the devastating quake in Turkey earlier this year, which sadly resulted in the loss of over 47,000 lives.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has not commented on the speculations about the potential earthquake. In the past, the PMD has consistently dismissed such predictions, citing a lack of scientific basis for earthquake forecasts.
Pakistan is situated in a seismically active area due to the convergence of the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate, which makes it susceptible to earthquakes. The country has a history of experiencing significant earthquakes, and the threat of seismic events is an ongoing concern.
Experts in the field of seismology worldwide continue to stress the inherent challenge in accurately predicting earthquakes. While it’s possible to estimate the likelihood of earthquakes occurring in certain areas due to high seismic activity, pinpointing exact locations and timings remains a complex task. Therefore, experts advise that earthquake forecasts, even those made by well-intentioned scientists, should be approached with caution.
