Earthquake Information February 25, 2023, Ondongsiau 4.8 Magnitude, No Tsunami Potential
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A recent earthquake measuring 4.8 magnitude struck near Ondongsiau on February 25, 2023. According to the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquake's epicenter was located in the sea approximately 93 kilometers northeast of Ondongsiau.
"Earthquake felt, Magnitude: 4.8 on February 25, 2023, 17:28:36," BMKG stated in its release. The earthquake occurred at coordinates 2.87°N (North Latitude) and 126.19°E (East Longitude).
The earthquake was felt on the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale in several areas, including Sangihe and Siau Islands, with an intensity of III-Islands and III-Islands respectively. An MMI scale 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 10 significant earthquakes felt by the public across Indonesia in the past week, varying in magnitude and depth.
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