World · Malaysia Bureau
Mild earthquake strikes off Batu Pahat, no tsunami warning issued
A minor seismic tremor has been recorded in waters near Batu Pahat, according to Malaysia's meteorological authorities. No tsunami threat has been identified following the event.
LSN Malaysia ·
A weak earthquake has been detected off the coast of Batu Pahat in Johor, the Malaysian Meteorological Department confirmed. The tremor, which registered as mild in intensity, posed no significant risk to coastal communities in the region. Authorities stated there was no tsunami risk arising from the seismic activity. The department did not specify the exact magnitude or depth of the earthquake. Such minor seismic events are occasionally recorded in Malaysian waters and surrounding regions, though significant earthquakes remain relatively uncommon in the country.