Moderate Earthquake Strikes Sulawesi, Indonesia
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 6.7 on the Richter scale occurred on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The event, recorded on June 16, 2026, was centered approximately 43 kilometers inland from Palu, Central Sulawesi. The earthquake’s epicenter was located at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Initial reports indicate significant shaking was observed in the area, particularly around the Tadulako University building where a video captured the event. Damage has been reported to several structures. Specifically, the Untad/Universitas Tadulako Palu auditorium and the Sigi Regency Office building sustained damage.
Authorities are assessing the full extent of the impact. The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) monitored the event. Social media, including a Twitter post from @SasslaMx, provided visual documentation of the earthquake’s impact within a university building in Palu.
This event highlights the seismic activity present in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Further updates will be provided as they become available. Keywords: sulawesi, video, indonesia
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