A 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of East Java, Indonesia on Friday. The quake struck at 11.22 a.m. Jakarta time with its epicenter located at 132 km northeast of Tuban regency and a depth of 10 km. No tsunami alert was issued.
The undersea earthquake occurred in Indonesia’s province of East Java on Friday, according to the country’s meteorology, climatology, and geophysics agency. The tremors were felt at 11.22 a.m. Jakarta time with the epicenter situated 132 km northeast of Tuban regency, and a depth of 10 km, reported Xinhua news agency.
Fortunately, no tsunami alert was issued by the agency following the earthquake as there was no potential for triggering giant waves. Indonesia, known for its archipelagic nature, is prone to earthquakes due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a tectonic belt with numerous volcanoes and earthquake activities.
More details about the earthquake and its impact are awaited as the situation develops. The government and rescue agencies will be monitoring the situation closely for any potential aftershocks or damage. Stay tuned for further updates as the story unfolds.
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