Indonesia Struck by Strong, Shallow Earthquake

By Douglas V. Gibbs

An earthquake originally rated at a magnitude 6.9, but later downgraded to 5.3, has struck the eastern region of Indonesia. The shallow jolt did not cause a tsunami, and so far reports of damages are minimal.

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Magnitude 5.3 - NORTHERN SUMATRA, INDONESIA - USGS