BMKG: Recent Earthquake Northeast of Sinabang Magnitude 4.1, No Tsunami Potential
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A recent earthquake measuring 4.1 magnitude struck Sinabang on June 19, 2024. According to the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquake's epicenter was located in the sea approximately 94 kilometers southwest of Sinabang.
"Earthquake felt, Magnitude: 4.1 on June 19, 2024 at 02:39:42," BMKG wrote in its release. The earthquake occurred at coordinates 2.42°N (North Latitude) and 95.52°E (East Longitude).
The earthquake was felt on the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale in several areas, including Alafan, with an intensity of III. An intensity of III means the earthquake was felt by several people but did not cause 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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