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Magnitude 6.7 Earthquake Strikes Sulawesi Island, Indonesia; No Tsunami Risk

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Published Jun 16, 2026 1:06 PM ・ Updated Jun 19, 2026 12:26 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Sulawesi Island in Indonesia today.
The epicenter was located about 42 kilometers southeast of Palu at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Authorities confirmed no tsunami threat.

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Sulawesi Island in Indonesia today. The epicenter was located about 42 kilometers southeast of Palu at a depth of 10 kilometers. Authorities confirmed no tsunami threat.

PRIMARY SOURCE CNA (Central News Agency) View source Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: Jun 16, 2026

(Central News Agency, Jakarta, April 16 — Comprehensive international news report) The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency of Indonesia (BMKG) announced that a magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Sulawesi Island, Indonesia, today.

According to a Reuters flash report, BMKG stated that the earthquake's epicenter was located approximately 42 kilometers southeast of Palu, with a focal depth of 10 kilometers.

BMKG confirmed that the earthquake does not pose a tsunami risk. (Compiled by: Tsai Chia-min) 1150616

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Announced　Jun 16, 2026 1:06 PM — Distributor CNA (Central News Agency)
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FAQ

When did the Sulawesi earthquake occur?

The magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck on April 16, 2025.

Is there a tsunami risk from this quake?

BMKG confirmed no tsunami threat; no warnings were issued.

Where was the epicenter located?

Approximately 42km southeast of Palu, at a depth of 10km.

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