JAKARTA - A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook the Papua Mountains on Friday, March 27 morning at 05.51 WIB or 07.51 WIT. The earthquake tremors were felt in a number of surrounding areas and briefly caused panic among residents.
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) reported that the epicenter of the earthquake was on land, precisely about 78 kilometers northeast of Yalimo. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 71 kilometers.
BMKG ensures that the earthquake has no potential to cause a tsunami. However, the public is asked to remain calm and not be influenced by information that cannot be accounted for.
In addition, residents are urged to remain vigilant against the possibility of aftershocks that may occur at any time. The anticipation step is considered important to minimize the risks that may arise.
Until now, there have been no official reports regarding building damage or casualties due to the incident. Authorities are still monitoring conditions on the ground and gathering information from affected areas.
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