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Indonesia Rumbles: 5.3 Magnitude Quake Hits Minahasa
12 Oct
Summary
- A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck Indonesia's Minahasa.
- The seismic event occurred at a depth of 104 kilometers.
- The magnitude was initially reported as 5.8 before revision.
An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale jolted Indonesia's Minahasa region on Monday, October 12, 2026. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported the quake's epicenter was at a depth of approximately 104 kilometers (64.62 miles).
Initial reports from EMSC had indicated a magnitude of 5.8. However, this was later downgraded to 5.3. The event underscores the geological activity prevalent in the region.
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