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Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Near Bengkulu, Indonesia

No major damage or injuries reported, with authorities monitoring for aftershocks and confirming no tsunami threat.

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Overview

  • The earthquake occurred on May 22, 2025, at 19:52 local time, 38 km southwest of Bengkulu at a depth of 10 km.
  • Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) and the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) are closely monitoring the situation for aftershocks.
  • Residents near the epicenter reported strong shaking, with some expressing fear of structural collapse.
  • Seism AI warned of moderate to strong shaking near the epicenter and lighter shaking in Bengkulu, advising residents to stay alert.
  • Indonesia, located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, experiences over 9,200 earthquakes annually, underscoring the importance of preparedness in such events.