Gempa Bengkulu M 6,3 Hari Ini, BMKG Peringatkan Waspada Gempa Susulan

Summary

On May 23, 2025, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern region of Bengkulu City, Indonesia. The earthquake, which occurred at 5:52 AM local time, had its epicenter in the sea, about 43 km southwest of the city. Although the tremors were felt across multiple regions of Bengkulu and neighboring South Sumatra, there was no tsunami threat or reports of casualties or major damage. Authorities warned of potential aftershocks, but no significant impact has been reported so far.

Takeaways

• 🌍 A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the southwest region of Bengkulu City on Friday, May 23, 2025.
• ⏰ The earthquake occurred at 5:52 AM WIB (Western Indonesian Time).
• 📍 The epicenter was located in the sea, approximately 43 km southwest of Bengkulu City.
• 🔎 The coordinates of the earthquake's epicenter were 4.17°S latitude and 102.17°E longitude, with a depth of 10 km.
• 🌊 Despite the strong magnitude, the earthquake was not expected to trigger a tsunami.
• 🏚️ As of now, there have been no reports of building damage or casualties.
• 📡 Information was shared by meteorologist and geophysics observer Sabar Artiansyah from BMKG.
• ⚠️ Artiansyah warned of the possibility of aftershocks, though with likely weaker intensities.
• 🌐 The earthquake's tremors were felt across various areas in Bengkulu Province, including Kaur, Bengkulu Utara, Kepahiang, Lebong, and others.
• 🌍 Tremors were also experienced in parts of South Sumatra, particularly in Empat Lawang and Lubuk Linggau.
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Q & A

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck the western part of Bengkulu City?

The earthquake had a magnitude of 6.3.

When did the earthquake occur in terms of local time?

The earthquake occurred at 05:52 AM local time (WIB) on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Where was the epicenter of the earthquake located?

The epicenter of the earthquake was located in the sea, approximately 43 kilometers southwest of Bengkulu City.

What were the geographical coordinates of the earthquake's epicenter?

The coordinates of the epicenter were 4.17 degrees south latitude and 102.17 degrees east longitude.

At what depth did the earthquake occur?

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.

Was the earthquake expected to cause a tsunami?

No, the earthquake was not expected to trigger a tsunami.

Have there been any reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake?

As of now, there have been no reports of building damage or casualties.

Who confirmed the earthquake's location and other details?

The details of the earthquake, including its location and depth, were confirmed by young meteorology and geophysics observer, BEM KGK Pahyang, Sabar Artiansyah.

What did Sabar Artiansyah warn about following the earthquake?

Sabar Artiansyah warned that aftershocks might occur, although with lower magnitudes.

Which areas felt the impact of the earthquake?

The earthquake's tremors were felt across the Bengkulu province, including Kaur, Bengkulu Utara, Kepahiang, Lebong, Sela, Bengkulu Selatan, Mukomuko, and Bengkulu Tengah. Even areas in South Sumatra, such as Empat Lawang and Lubuk Linggau, also experienced the earthquake's effects.