A 5.7 magnitude earthquake strikes near Java, Indonesia

An earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale hit near the Indonesian island of Java on Tuesday, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The tremor occurred at a depth of 138 km. Further details are still awaited.

On Tuesday, a 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck near the Indonesian island of Java, as reported by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The event took place at a depth of 138 km, equivalent to about 85.7 miles, which is relatively deep and may reduce surface impact.

The news was initially covered by Reuters and published by The Indian Express. Indonesia, located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences seismic activity, though specific impacts from this quake remain unclear at this stage. Authorities have not yet reported any casualties or damage, and more information is expected as assessments continue.

This incident underscores the ongoing geological risks in the region, but with limited immediate reports, the full extent of the earthquake's effects is pending official updates.

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