Indonesia Earthquake: Strong earthquake tremors were felt in Indonesia on Tuesday morning. Its intensity was measured at 6.2 on the Richter scale. At present there is no news of loss of life or property. The government is assessing the damage caused by the earthquake.
According to the National Seismological Center, strong tremors were felt in Indonesia at 10:26 am 47 seconds. Its intensity was recorded at 6.2 on the Richter scale. Panic spread among the people for some time, but no major damage has been reported so far.
There was an earthquake last year also
This earthquake that occurred this week is very similar to the 6.2 magnitude earthquake recorded near the Sulawesi coast last year. Even at that time there was no news of any death or major damage. However, repeated occurrence of such tremors shows the ongoing underground movement in this area.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 on the Richter Scale hit Indonesia at 10:26:47 IST today: National Center for Seismology (NCS) pic.twitter.com/zWLB7GAkyL
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long history of earthquakes
Indonesia is among those countries in the world where many major and destructive earthquakes have occurred. Especially the earthquake in the Indian Ocean in 2004 and the subsequent tsunami had badly affected the coastal areas of many countries. The recent tremors have not been as serious, but they are a reminder of the country’s continuing earthquake threat.
Government preparations continue
The Indonesian government is continuously working on early warning systems, relief and rescue structures and programs to increase public awareness to deal with earthquakes. Officials say that in a country where underground movements are a daily occurrence, preparation and vigilance are very important.
