Jakarta: Terrible earthquake in Indonesia (Indonesia Earthquake). An earthquake was felt on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on Tuesday morning. Indonesia's (Earthquake in Indonesia) geophysics agency BMKG said the magnitude of the earthquake was 6.7 on the Richter scale.
However, no damage has been reported so far. However, there are fears of aftershocks. No Tsunami Alert has been issued.
According to news agency Reuters, the epicenter of the earthquake was about 42 kilometers southeast of the city of Palu in Sulawesi. The epicenter was just 10 km below the surface. As a result, the intensity of the vibration was felt quite strongly.
As soon as the tremors were felt, people left their homes and went out into the streets. No loss of life or extensive damage has been reported so far due to the intensity of the earthquake. The administration is monitoring the situation.
Residents have been asked to be alert for aftershocks. Earthquake in Indonesia in 2022 Note that, as it is located on the Pacific Ocean's 'Ring of Fire', earthquakes are often reported in Indonesia. Due to the complex location of the tectonic plates, the ground in Indonesia often shakes.
For example, in the year 2022, there was extensive damage in the twin earthquakes of that country. More than 250 people died. Among them were many children.