A social media post from the Netherlands-based research institute has raised concerns about the possibility of a significant earthquake in Pakistan soon. A researcher at the Solar System Geometry Survey (SSGEOS) noted the presence of strong atmospheric fluctuations in areas within and near Pakistan, suggesting that these fluctuations might serve as an early indicator of an impending seismic event.
Although these observations have generated interest and worry among some, Dutch scientist Frank Hoogerbeets, known for his previous attempts to predict fatal earthquakes using planetary alignments, has urged caution. He emphasized that it is essential not to jump to conclusions when considering potential earthquake predictions.
“While we recorded atmospheric fluctuations, including parts of and near Pakistan, on September 30, this is accurate,” Hoogerbeets explained in a social media post. “It can be an indicator of an upcoming stronger tremor (as was the case with Morocco). But we cannot say with certainty that it will happen.”
In an earlier statement, Hoogerbeets suggested that October 1-3 might be a “more critical” period for monitoring the potential indicator of a major seismic event. However, he stressed that rumors of a “big earthquake” are unwarranted, emphasizing that these indicators do not guarantee a specific event.
Amir Haider Laghari, Director at the National Tsunami Centre Karachi, dismissed these speculations, asserting that the time and location of earthquakes cannot be reliably predicted. Laghari emphasized that earthquakes could occur at any point along the boundary lines of the major tectonic plates that pass through Pakistan, making them inherently unpredictable. Despite the fluctuations observed, the occurrence of a significant earthquake remains uncertain.