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The community across parts of Sumatra felt tremors after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off Indonesia’s North Sumatra province on Tuesday. The event happened at 1:02:23 p.m. western Indonesian time, or 06:02:23 UTC. According to official reports, the epicenter was located offshore, 147 kilometers southeast of South Nias Regency. The quake occurred at a depth of 29 kilometers, originating beneath waters to the west of Sumatra. Reports from residents in other parts of Sumatra confirmed feeling shaking following the magnitude 6.1 event. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency, or BNPB, stated that the earthquake posed no tsunami threat. Residents in South Nias experienced weak shaking lasting approximately three to five seconds. Local disaster agencies began monitoring the affected zones immediately after the tremor, while initial national reports did not confirm any casualties or damages.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake off eastern Indonesia killed one person, damaged buildings and triggered a tsunami warning that was later lifted after small waves.

A strong Papua earthquake near Yalimo hit early Friday, with BMKG and GFZ issuing different readings while confirming no tsunami threat in Indonesia.

An offshore magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck near Simeulue off Sumatra, shaking Aceh. Officials reported no tsunami warning and no confirmed casualties.

Cyclone disaster kills 303 in Indonesia as rescue teams battle blocked roads and flooding to reach remote survivors and deliver vital aid.