A moderate 5.3-magnitude earthquake rocked waters off Yahukimo, Indonesia, on Friday – but don't panic! The BMKG weather agency confirmed it struck at a shallow 10 km depth without triggering tsunami alerts.
What We Know
The quake adds to Indonesia's status as the 'Ring of Fire MVP' , experiencing nearly daily seismic activity. While this tremor wasn't catastrophic, it's a reminder that Earth's tectonic plates never sleep!
Why It Matters
With 270+ million people across 17,000 islands, Indonesia's disaster preparedness directly impacts global supply chains (hi, tech gadget lovers! ) and eco-tourism hotspots like Bali. Pro tip: Always check @BMKG_info for real-time updates before island-hopping adventures!
Did you know? Indonesia averages 6,000+ quakes annually. That's Taylor Swift's 'Shake It Off' playing nonstop for 208 days straight!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com