29 Jul 2023 | 11:44 AM UTC
Indonesia: A magnitude-5.0 offshore earthquake occurs in North Maluku at around 20:19 July 29
A magnitude-5.0 offshore earthquake occurs in North Maluku, Indonesia, at around 20:19 July 29. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-5.0 earthquake occurred in the North Maluku island region. The epicenter was about 94 km (58 miles) northeast of Ternate. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 57 km (35 miles), and shaking was probably felt throughout North Maluku. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Advice
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
