US EditionStrong 7.1-magnitude quake hits off eastern Malaysia: USGS
The earthquake's deep epicenter reduced tsunami risk, with tremors felt across Sabah and Sarawak, and no immediate damage reported, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
- A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck off the eastern coast of Malaysia near Kota Belud, according to the United States Geological Survey .
- The earthquake occurred at a depth of 620 kilometers and its epicenter was located 55 kilometers north-northwest of Kota Belud.
- There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and no tsunami warning was issued.
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7.1 magnitude quake hits off eastern Malaysia
A strong 7.1-magnitude quake struck early Monday off Malaysia's Sabah state on Borneo island, US seismologists said. The epicentre of the quake was located less than 100 kilometres (62 miles) northeast of the coastal state capital Kota Kinabalu at a depth of 619.8 kilometres, the US Geological Survey said. The quake struck at 12:57 am (1657 GMT Sunday). The USGS rated the likelihood of casualties or damage as low, and the US Tsunami Warning Cent…
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia, late last night, but no tsunami warning was issued. The tremors were felt as far away as Singapore. Authorities confirmed minimal damage but are closely monitoring the situation.
The sixth took place at a distance of 620 kilometers, and its epicenter was located 55 kilometres north-west of Kota Belud, Malaysia. The article A powerful earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.1, struck Malaysia for the first time in Romania TV.
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Strong quake hits off eastern Malaysia
KUALA LAMPUR: A strong 7.1-magnitude quake struck early Monday (Feb 23) off Malaysia's Sabah state on Borneo island, US seismologists said.The epicentre of the quake was located less than 100 kilometres (62 miles) northeast of the coastal state capital Kota Kinabalu at a depth of 619.8 kilometres, the US Geol
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