Death toll in Pakistan quake likely to rise

September 28, 2013 13:50

The death toll in the devastating earthquake that struck Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province is likely to rise further as rescuers race against time to frantically search for survivors despite attacks from nationalist militants.

While the official death count stands at 515, unofficial figures are much higher. Rescue teams are still to reach several remote areas, including the worst-hit Balochistan's Awaran district, near the epicentre of Tuesday's 7.7-magnitude temblor.

However, according to an official preliminary damage assessment, Awaran has borne just "partial damage" of 30 to 40 per cent.

Two other districts -- Mashkal and Malar -- were said to be "badly hit" with 80 to 90 per cent damage.

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