Strong Earthquake Hits Papua, Indonesia; No Tsunami Alert

Strong Earthquake Hits Papua, Indonesia; No Tsunami Alert

A strong earthquake measuring 6.7 on the Richter scale struck Papua province in Indonesia on Thursday. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake occurred at a depth of 70 km beneath the earth's surface. The epicenter was located approximately 200 km from Abepura, a city with a population exceeding 62,000 residents.

Despite the intensity of the tremor, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed that there was no need for a tsunami warning. This seismic event has raised concerns, but authorities have assured the public that there is no immediate threat of a tsunami following the earthquake.

Earlier on the same day, a separate earthquake of magnitude 6.5 was recorded off the coast of Indonesia, but details regarding its impact and depth are still emerging.

Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay alert and follow any updates from local authorities regarding safety measures and potential aftershocks.