Strong Earthquake Hits Banda Sea with Minimal Impact

A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck the Banda Sea in Indonesia, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences. The quake occurred at a depth of 137 kilometers, but Indonesia's geophysics agency reported no tsunami risk.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 28-10-2025 20:52 IST | Created: 28-10-2025 20:52 IST
Strong Earthquake Hits Banda Sea with Minimal Impact
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On Tuesday, the Banda Sea in Indonesia was shaken by a powerful 6.6 magnitude earthquake, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The seismic event struck at a significant depth of 137 kilometers.

Despite the strength of the earthquake, Indonesia's geophysics agency assured residents that there was no potential for a tsunami, alleviating immediate concerns of widespread coastal damage.

This latest seismic activity highlights the volatile nature of the region but fortunately did not result in further geological threats or humanitarian impacts.

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