Earthquake Information July 9, 2023, in Sidenreng Rappang, 4.7 Magnitude, No Tsunami Potential
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A recent earthquake measuring 4.7 magnitude struck Sidenreng Rappang on July 9, 2023. According to the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquake's epicenter was located on land, approximately 5 kilometers northeast of Sidenreng Rappang.
"Earthquake felt, Magnitude: 4.7 on July 9, 2023, 00:35:10," BMKG wrote in its release. The earthquake occurred at coordinates 3.77°S (South Latitude) and 120.07°E (East Longitude).
The earthquake was felt on the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale in several areas, including Wajo, with an intensity of III. An intensity of III means the earthquake was felt by some people but caused no damage or casualties. Light hanging objects swayed, and window panes vibrated.
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) recorded seven significant earthquakes felt by the public across Indonesia in the past week, varying in magnitude and depth.
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