22 Mar 2024 | 05:27 AM UTC
Indonesia: Magnitude-5.6 offshore earthquake occurs off the northern coast of East Java Province at around 11:22 March 22
Magnitude-5.6 offshore earthquake occurs off East Java Province, Indonesia, 11:22 March 22. No immediate reports of damage or casualties.
A magnitude-5.6 offshore earthquake occurred off the northern coast of East Java Province at around 11:22 March 22. The epicenter was about 118 km (73 miles) north of Paciran. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and shaking was probably felt throughout northern East Java and eastern Central Java provinces. 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 possible over the coming days.
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.
Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.
