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A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 has struck off the coast of Maju Island in Indonesia, triggering a tsunami warning for the region. The earthquake occurred at 9:00 PM local time on March 30, approximately 130 kilometers north of Maju Island.
According to the Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG), the earthquake was felt as far away as the capital city of Jakarta, over 1,000 kilometers south of the epicenter. The powerful tremors were also felt in other nearby islands, including Sumatra and Java.
The Indonesian government has issued a tsunami warning for several coastal areas in the region, including the islands of Sumatra, Java, and Bali. Residents in these areas have been advised to evacuate immediately and move to higher ground.
The tsunami warning was issued after the earthquake triggered a series of tsunami waves that began to hit the coast of Maju Island. The waves were reported to be as high as 2 meters in some areas, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
International authorities, including the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, have also issued a warning for the region. The center reported that the earthquake triggered a tsunami advisory for several countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
The earthquake was a deep-sea quake, with a depth of approximately 500 kilometers. The epicenter was located at a point where the Indo-Australian plate meets the Eurasian plate, one of the most seismically active regions in the world.
As rescue teams scramble to respond to the affected areas, the full extent of the damage is still not clear. However, early reports suggest that several buildings have collapsed, and many people are trapped.
The Indonesian government has set up emergency response teams to aid in the relief efforts. The country’s military has been deployed to the affected areas to assist in the evacuation process.
The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with several countries offering aid to Indonesia.
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