A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off North Sulawesi province in Indonesia early Thursday, as reported by the country’s meteorology, climatology, and geophysics agency. The epicenter was located 128 km southeast of East Bolaang Mongondow Regency with a depth of 10 km under the seabed. The quake occurred at 01:56 a.m. Jakarta time on Thursday, and no tsunami warning was issued.
According to Xinhua news agency, the tremors would not trigger giant waves, so there was no immediate threat of a tsunami. Indonesia, being an archipelagic country, is prone to earthquakes due to its location in the Pacific Ring of Fire, a seismically active zone.
As details are awaited, it is crucial to note the ongoing vulnerability of Indonesia to earthquakes. The country must remain vigilant and prepared for such natural disasters in the future as part of its disaster management efforts. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the affected areas.
