A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake rattled the region off Indonesia’s coast early Thursday, prompting urgent tsunami warnings for nearby countries.
Earthquake Details
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) detected the quake at 9:48 a.m. AEDT. It occurred at a depth of 35 kilometers, with the epicenter located 127 kilometers west-northwest of Ternate in Indonesia—a scenic holiday destination popular among Australian travelers.
Tsunami Threats
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued alerts for potential tsunami dangers affecting Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia. Officials warn of possible hazardous waves within 1,000 kilometers of the epicenter.
Authorities urge residents in coastal areas to follow evacuation protocols as monitoring continues. Updates on impacts and aftershocks are forthcoming.
