Overview
- The offshore earthquake struck at 04:56 UTC near Simeulue, about 65–66 km southeast of Sinabang, at a depth of roughly 26 km, according to USGS and EMSC.
- Indonesia’s BMKG and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported no tsunami threat and local authorities began standard monitoring.
- Residents on Simeulue and parts of Aceh felt strong shaking, with initial reports noting no serious damage or casualties.
- Some agencies, including India’s National Centre for Seismology, reported the magnitude as 6.2, reflecting routine measurement differences.
- The quake occurred on the Sunda megathrust in the Pacific Ring of Fire, and officials are watching for aftershocks as assessments continue.