| He was referring to the aftershocks that invariably follow a large temblor, or main shock. |
| Seismologists said aftershocks powerful enough to cause heavy damage in the northern region were now highly possible. |
| The main quake and subsequent 20 aftershocks jolted major cities of Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Bangladesh. |
| Several strong quakes followed through the night, and aftershocks continued to jolt the area through yesterday evening. |
| The earthquake was followed by alarming aftershocks up to seven hours later and officials warned of more to come. |
| There is shock and bewilderment in surrounding mountain villages too, where the earthquake and subsequent aftershocks have caused landslides. |
