5.5 Magnitude Quake Hits Flores Region in Indonesia

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At 6:45 a.m. on August 20, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake impacted the Flores area of Indonesia, as reported by Malaysia’s Meteorological Department, MetMalaysia. The seismic event occurred at a depth of 52 kilometers, with its epicenter located approximately 212 kilometers east of Bima, Indonesia. MetMalaysia has confirmed that there is no tsunami warning for Malaysia. This recent tremor follows ongoing seismic events in Flores that began on August 15, including a 5.6-magnitude earthquake on August 16 and further tremors on August 17. Authorities are actively monitoring the area after a more powerful earthquake earlier this month resulted in damage and injuries. Disclosure:This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using Ai-assisted tools ai-generated

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00:00A 5.5-magnitude earthquake has struck Indonesia's Flores region.

00:04The tremor hit at around 6.45 a.m.

00:07On August 20, Malaysia's Meteorological Department reported the earthquake.

00:12It was recorded at a depth of 52 kilometers.

00:15The epicenter was about 212 kilometers east of Bima.

00:19Officials confirmed there is no tsunami threat to Malaysia.

00:22But the latest quake adds to ongoing seismic activity in Flores.

00:25A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck the region on August 16.

00:30More tremors were also recorded on August 17.

00:33The region has remained seismically active since August 15.

00:37Earlier this month, a stronger earthquake caused damage and casualties.

00:41Authorities continue monitoring the area for further seismic activity.

00:45Disclosure.

00:46This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools AI generated.

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