Earthquake Northern Sumatra, Indonesia (5.5 M) (2025-03-17 22:22:38 UTC)
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck on Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, at 2025-03-17 22:22:38 UTC. Reviewed by BMKG seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of M and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in Northern Sumatra, Indonesia
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (M)
5.5
Automatic
BMKG
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: bmg2025fita
Nearest Places
- Dolok Ganjang / 0.67 km
- Desa Lontung Dolok / 1.82 km
- Desa Janji Natogu / 2.04 km
- Desa Lumban Garaga / 2.33 km
- Desa Huta Raja / 2.39 km
Comment
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Depth: 28.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)
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Depth: 10.00 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)