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Sulawesi Struck by 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake

Summary

  • A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit Sulawesi island on Tuesday.
  • The earthquake's epicenter was near the town of Palu.
  • Indonesia's geophysics agency confirmed no tsunami risk.
Sulawesi Struck by 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake

On Tuesday, a powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Sulawesi island in Indonesia. The Indonesian geophysics agency BMKG reported the epicenter was situated about 42 kilometers southeast of Palu.

The earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. Authorities have confirmed that this seismic event poses no tsunami risk to the surrounding areas.

The tremor served as a reminder of Indonesia's vulnerability to seismic activity. While the immediate threat of a tsunami was averted, the magnitude indicates a significant geological event.

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