JAKARTA, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck the Banda Sea in eastern Indonesia early Thursday, with tremors felt in several areas of Maluku and Papua.
World : 6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indonesia's Banda Sea, Tremors Felt In Maluku, Papua
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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia's Banda Sea, with tremors felt in Maluku and Papua.
- Earthquake occurred at 5.06 am local time, 203 km northwest of Tanimbar Islands.
- Tremors measured III on MMI scale, no tsunami potential detected.
- No aftershocks detected, BMKG urges calm and verified information.
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