Magnitude 6.5 Quake - Indonesia

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A magnitude-6.5 earthquake struck off the coast of Java, Indonesia, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at a depth of 92 kilometers, approximately 52 kilometers south-west of Tasikmalaya, resulting in at least one confirmed death and damage to buildings. This seismic event follows recent volcanic activity in Bali, which has impacted airline operations in the region.

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A magnitude-6.5 earthquake has struck off the coast of Java in Indonesia, the United States Geological Survey says, with authorities reporting at least one death and damage to buildings.

The USGS said the epicentre of the Saturday morning quake was located at a depth of 92 kilometres, about 52km south-west of Tasikmalaya.

-- https://www.stuff.co.nz/world/asia/99920962/magnitude65-earthquake-hits-off-the-coast-of-java

I am sure Dave will have a recording of this quake on his instruments
 
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StevieTNZ said:
I am sure Dave will have a recording of this quake on his instruments
Indeed

raw off the recorder, The smaller event was a M 5.3 in the Tonga region ...

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I'm not digging all this activity in Indonesia. I have a trip planned next year :eek:
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
I'm not digging all this activity in Indonesia. I have a trip planned next year :eek:

Hey Greg

It's just one of those places in the world that is tectonically very active.
I don't know if you are aware of the volcanic activity on Bali in recent weeks that grounded airline flights for a number of daystake your chances and have fun :)

Dave
 

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