Indonesia: Magnitude 7.0 offshore earthquake strikes in Java Sea, off eastern Java, April 14

Event

A severe magnitude-7.0 offshore earthquake occurred in the Java Sea, off eastern Java, at 16:55 April 14. Significant damage and casualties are possible. The temblor has not triggered a tsunami warning, though authorities may issue one in the coming minutes.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Vacate multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Move away from the immediate coastline as a precaution due to the potential for tsunamis.