A 5.9 magnitude earthquake rocked the south coast of West Papua, Indonesia, according to data from the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ). The tremor struck on Thursday, marking a notable geological event in the region.
The seismic activity was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles), GFZ reported, highlighting the potential for ground shaking felt over a considerable area. While the immediate impact assessment is ongoing, authorities are closely monitoring the situation for any potential aftershocks or secondary effects in the affected areas.
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Seismic Jolt: Earthquake Strikes West Papua

Seismic Jolt: Earthquake Strikes West Papua A 5.9 magnitude earthquake rocked the south coast of West Papua, Indonesia, according to data from the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ). The tremor struck on Thursday, marking a notable geological event in the region.The seismic activity was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles), GFZ reported, highlighting the potential for ground shaking felt over a considerable area.While the immediate impact assessment is ongoing, authorities are closely monitoring the situation for any potential aftershocks or secondary effects in the affected areas.