
5.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, with no reports of casualties or damage. No tsunami warning was issued.
Published on 17 August 2026
Save5.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia on [date], according to the country's meteorological agency. The epicenter was located 175 kilometers east of the city of Labuan Bajo, which has a population of about 188,000 people. The earthquake's focus was at a depth of 36 kilometers.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, and no tsunami warning was issued. The quake was felt in some areas, but authorities have not reported any significant impact.
Indonesia is prone to earthquakes due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area of intense seismic activity. The country experiences frequent tremors, and larger earthquakes have caused significant damage in the past.
According to the statement from the meteorological agency, the earthquake did not pose a threat of a tsunami. The agency continues to monitor seismic activity in the region.
As of now, there are no reports of injuries or property damage. Local authorities are assessing the situation, but no emergency measures have been announced.
Mehr News Agency reported this information based on the official statement.
Source: Mehr News — Read original story