Earthquake Information October 23, 2023 in Sofifi, 4.8 Magnitude, No Tsunami Potential
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A 4.8 magnitude (M) earthquake struck Sofifi. The earthquake's epicenter was inland. "The earthquake's epicenter was located 55 km northeast of Sofifi and this earthquake is felt and needs to be relayed to the public," wrote BMKG (Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency) on its official website, October 23, 2023.
The earthquake occurred at 15:30:23. It was at a depth of 3.0 kilometers and did not have the potential to cause a tsunami. Meanwhile, the earthquake's coordinates were 1.10° N (North Latitude) and 127.96° E (East Longitude).
The earthquake was felt on the MMI scale in the areas of Jailolo, Tidore, Buli, and Subaim with intensities of II-III, II-III, II-III, and III respectively. An MMI scale of III means the earthquake was felt by several people but did not cause damage or accidents. Light hanging objects swayed and glass windows vibrated.
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) recorded 11 significant earthquakes felt by the public in Indonesia over the past week, with varying magnitudes and depths.
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