BMKG: Recent Earthquake Northeast of Jembrana, Magnitude 3.7, No Tsunami Potential
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A recent earthquake measuring 3.7 magnitude struck Jembrana on February 8, 2023. According to the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the earthquake's epicenter was located in the sea, approximately 28 kilometers northeast of Jembrana.
"Earthquake felt, Magnitude: 3.7 on February 8, 2023, at 07:42:01," BMKG wrote in its release. The earthquake occurred at coordinates 8.17°S (South Latitude) and 114.78°E (East Longitude).
The earthquake was felt on the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale in several areas, including Gerokgak, with an intensity of II-III. 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 window panes vibrated.
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) recorded 23 significant earthquakes felt by the public across Indonesia in the past week, varying in magnitude and depth.
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