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Deep 7.1 Quake Off Sabah, Malaysia Leaves No Tsunami Threat

The great-depth event at roughly 620 km is expected to cause minimal damage despite being felt across the region.

Overview

  • USGS and EMSC measured magnitude 7.1 at about 620 km depth off Kota Belud near Sabah, with MetMalaysia estimating 6.8.
  • The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center said the quake posed no tsunami threat due to its depth.
  • USGS issued a Green alert, signaling a low likelihood of casualties and major economic losses.
  • Light to moderate shaking was reported across northern Borneo, the southern Philippines and Brunei, with residents in Sabah describing brief swaying.
  • Meteorological Service Singapore confirmed minor ground motions about 1,500 km away as authorities reported no injuries or damage and continued monitoring.