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Minor earthquake strikes Ranau area in Sabah
A mild earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Ranau district of Sabah on Tuesday morning. The tremor was detected at 10:57am in the Panginatan area.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Malaysian Meteorological Department confirmed the earthquake hit the Ranau region, located in the western interior of Sabah. The 3.5 magnitude quake was recorded at Panginatan at 10:57am local time.
No reports of damage or injuries have been reported following the tremor. The earthquake was classified as minor and fell within the range of tremors that residents in the region occasionally experience.
Sabah sits along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making the state prone to seismic activity. The region experiences regular earthquakes of varying magnitudes, though most cause little to no impact on communities.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department continues to monitor seismic activity in the area.