BMKG: The 6.6 M Earthquake In Banten Is A Lesson For Mitigation Readiness

Deputy for Geophysics of the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) Suko Prayitno Adi/Photo: Antara

JAKARTA - An earthquake with a magnitude (M) of 6.6 that occurred in Banten on January 14, 2022, can be a lesson for disaster mitigation preparedness. This was stated by the Deputy for Geophysics of the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) Suko Prayitno Adi. In the M6,6 Banten Earthquake webinar which was attended online in Jakarta, Friday, Suko said the disaster did not cause casualties, but was affected by material losses. "This incident is a lesson for sharing knowledge (sharing knowledge) and our readiness for mitigation so that we can provide the best solution," said Suko, quoted by Antara, Friday, January 21.

Suko said that by sharing these lessons, it is hoped that the panic of people living in earthquake-prone areas in southern Java can be reduced. In addition, the community can be ready to face disasters and not cause casualties. Indonesia Tsunami Early Warning System (InaTEWS), as well as strengthening BMKG synergies with other relevant institutions and agencies. The magnitude 6.6 earthquake that occurred on Friday (14/1), in Pandeglang Regency, Banten Province had an impact on 30 sub-districts in 171 villages with 2,556 houses damaged. The earthquake that was affected in 30 sub-districts did not result in any casualties, but two residents were injured.