A 4.8-magnitude earthquake shook an area of central Iran on Friday, said the US Geological Survey.
Reports said the earthquake hit the Natanz area of Isfahan, home to a key Iranian nuclear site.
The USGS said the quake struck 30 kilometers northwest of Ardestan and had a depth of 10 kilometers.
The quake's epicenter was said to be in Natanz.
DAILY POST learned that the disturbing incident happened at around 10:23 local time in Iran.
Although authorities are yet to provide detailed information on potential casualties, it was gathered that many buildings were destroyed.
