Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta.  A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Sarmi Regency, Papua, early Tuesday morning (17/9/2024) at 1.53 am local time, as detected by the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG).

The epicenter was located inland at a depth of 24 km with coordinates 2.22°S, 139.11°E, approximately 57 km southeast of Sarmi District. The tremors were also felt in nearby regions, including Memberamo and Jayapura, which is 178 km from the epicenter, according to BMKG’s initial analysis.

There was no tsunami threat following the earthquake, but residents were advised to remain calm and avoid unverified information. The BMKG provides a comprehensive report on the event through its infoBMKG app, social media channels, or local BMKG office, as reported by antaranews.com..

The public is encouraged to stay informed by accessing official sources for accurate updates on seismic activity.

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