Earthquake Information February 6, 2023, Jayapura City, 4.2 Magnitude, No Tsunami Potential

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Yogi Yulianto 06/02/2023 06:33 WIB
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A 4.2 magnitude (M) earthquake struck Jayapura City. The earthquake's epicenter was inland. "The epicenter was located 2 km northwest of Jayapura City, and this earthquake is felt and should be relayed to the public," wrote BMKG (Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency) on its official website, February 6, 2023.

The earthquake occurred at 23:19:34. It was at a depth of 10 kilometers and posed no tsunami threat. The earthquake's coordinates were 2.52°S (South Latitude) and 140.69°E (East Longitude).

The earthquake was felt on the MMI scale in Jayapura at intensity III. This means the earthquake was felt by several people but caused no damage or accidents. Light hanging objects swayed, and window panes vibrated.

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) recorded 26 significant earthquakes felt by the public across Indonesia in the last week, varying in magnitude and depth.

"Disclosure: This is an AI-generated translation of the original article. We strive for accuracy, but please note that automated translations may contain errors or slight inconsistencies."

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