Bengkulu, IndonesiSentinel.com — A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Enggano, Bengkulu, on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 08:06 a.m. local time, according to Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). The agency confirmed that there is no tsunami threat following the quake.
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, with coordinates at 5.49 degrees south latitude and 102.61 degrees east longitude, located 41 kilometers southeast of Enggano Island.
“Earthquake: Magnitude 5.6, September 6, 2024, 08:06:36 WIB, Location: 5.49 LS, 102.61 BT (41 km Southeast of Enggano, Bengkulu), Depth: 10 km, no tsunami potential,” BMKG stated in an official release.
Baby Trafficking Syndicate Uncovered in Depok, Selling Newborn For IDR 45 Million in Bali
As of now, there have been no reports of damage or casualties. BMKG noted that the initial earthquake information prioritizes speed, and data may be subject to change as further updates become available.
(Ray)
