Indonesia: 5.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Papua

Jakarta (The Uttam Hindu): A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's eastern Papua province on Friday, as reported by the country's Meteorology and Geophysics Agency. The tremor occurred at 3:48 p.m. Jakarta time, with the epicenter located 103 kilometers southwest of Jayapura Regency and at a depth of 28 kilometers. Fortunately, no tsunami alert was issued, as the earthquake was not expected to generate significant waves.

The tremors from the earthquake were reportedly mild, with little to no noticeable impact on the surface. Wisnu, a senior official from the provincial disaster agency, confirmed that there were no reports of damage or casualties resulting from the quake, providing reassurance to local residents. Indonesia is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area known for its high levels of seismic activity due to tectonic plate movements. This region is home to 127 active volcanoes, making earthquakes a common occurrence in the country. The authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as part of their ongoing disaster management efforts.