Magnitude 6.5 Quake - Indonesia

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The discussion centers around a magnitude-6.5 earthquake that occurred off the coast of Java, Indonesia. Participants share information about the quake, express personal concerns regarding travel plans, and mention related seismic activity in the region.

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  • One participant reports the earthquake's magnitude and details from the United States Geological Survey, including its epicenter and depth.
  • Another participant speculates that a person named Dave may have recorded the quake on his instruments.
  • A participant expresses concern about the seismic activity in Indonesia due to upcoming travel plans.
  • Another participant notes the tectonic activity in Indonesia and references recent volcanic activity on Bali that affected airline flights.

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Participants express concern about the seismic activity in Indonesia, but there is no consensus on the implications for travel or the overall safety of the region.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference specific seismic events and their potential impact on travel plans, but do not provide detailed analyses of the geological factors involved.

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Individuals interested in seismic activity, travel planning to Indonesia, or those monitoring geological events may find this discussion relevant.

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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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