03 Dec 2023 | 03:42 AM UTC
Indonesia: Magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs in Ceram Sea at around 11:39 Dec. 3
Magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs northeast of Amahai, Maluku, Indonesia, 11:39 Dec. 3. No initial reports of damage, casualties.
A magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurred in the Ceram Sea at around 11:39 Dec. 3. The epicenter was about 79 km (49 miles) northeast of Amahai, Muluku Province. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and light shaking was probably felt throughout Maluku Province. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties. 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.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
