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6.5 magnitude earthquake strikes near Jakarta, tremors felt across Java and Sumatra
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 has struck the Jakarta region, with the strongest tremors reported in Banten, West Java and Tanggamus in southern Sumatra. The quake was felt across a wide area spanning both islands.
LSN Malaysia ·
An earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale has rattled the Jakarta area, sending tremors across Java and Sumatra on Wednesday. The epicentre was located near the Indonesian capital, one of the world's most densely populated metropolitan regions.
Banten province in West Java experienced the most intense shaking, along with the Tanggamus district in southern Sumatra, according to initial reports. The geographical spread of the quake indicates it was felt across a significant portion of western Indonesia.
Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a zone of high seismic activity where tectonic plate movements frequently trigger earthquakes. The archipelago experiences hundreds of tremors annually, ranging from minor to severe. Authorities have not yet released reports of casualties or structural damage from this latest seismic event.
Residents in affected areas are urged to remain vigilant for any aftershocks that may follow the initial earthquake. The Indonesian Geological Agency and disaster management authorities are monitoring the situation closely for further seismic activity in the region.