Saturday, March 29, 2025
Strong 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indonesia’s Sulawesi Coast, Residents Flee Homes in Panic
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale struck Indonesia’s Sulawesi coast early Wednesday morning, sending shockwaves through several nearby cities and forcing residents to rush out of their homes in fear.
According to the Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the quake occurred at 4:45 a.m. local time, with its epicenter located beneath the sea off the northern coast of Sulawesi Island. BMKG confirmed that there is no tsunami threat following the tremor.
The quake’s tremors were strongly felt across Gorontalo, Palu, and Mamuju, causing momentary power outages in some areas. Emergency response teams were immediately placed on alert, and local authorities have requested situation reports from all affected districts.
As of now, no major damage or casualties have been reported, though officials continue to monitor the region for aftershocks and structural damage.
Indonesia lies within the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, a geologically active zone where several tectonic plates collide, making the region prone to frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
This latest tremor serves as a stark reminder of past disasters in the same region. In September 2018, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake and ensuing tsunami struck Sulawesi, killing more than 4,000 people. Another major quake measuring 6.2 magnitude hit the area in January 2021, claiming over 100 lives.
Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious and follow official safety guidelines as monitoring for possible aftershocks continues.
