North Sumatra Earthquake
Comment: WP:TOOSOON Theroadislong (talk) 12:42, 15 August 2026 (UTC)
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| Magnitude | 6.9 Mw |
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On August 15, 2026, an 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck North Sumatra.[1]
Sumatra
There's no structural casualties or major damage have been reported from deep-seated tremor.
Malaysia
The deep seismic waves travelled across the Strait of Malacca, causing noticeable along the west coast of Malaysia. Residents in Penang reported lightheaded and witnessed high building swaying. The Penang Fire and Rescue Department confirmed multiple distress calls from citizens, though no injuries or structural failures have been reported.[2]
References
- ↑ "Indonesia hit again - another earthquake of magnitude 6.4 strikes Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, GFZ says". The Star. 2026-08-15. Retrieved 2026-08-15.
- ↑ "'I thought I was having a vertigo attack': Tremors felt in Penang following North Sumatra quake". The Star. 2026-08-15. Retrieved 2026-08-15.
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