Magnitude 6.2 Quake Strikes Offshore Aceh, Indonesia

On January 31, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia's Aceh province, according to the country's geophysics agency, which confirmed a depth of 29 kilometers and indicated no tsunami risk. Updates were shared promptly to ensure public awareness and preparedness in the region. Earlier, on January 28, a 5.9 magnitude quake hit the Minahassa Peninsula in Sulawesi, with tremors felt in nearby Malaysian areas, though no significant damage was reported. Additionally, a series of tremors, including a magnitude 5.1 quake, occurred in East Kolaka, Southeast Sulawesi, with authorities urging residents to ensure building safety. Another earthquake of magnitude 5.8 was recorded off Central Sulawesi, also posing no tsunami threat. Indonesia's geographical location on the 'Pacific Ring of Fire' makes it highly susceptible to seismic activity.