A strong earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale hit North Sumatra, Indonesia at 10.59pm yesterday, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).
MetMalaysia director-general Muhammad Helmi Abdullah said the earthquake with a depth of 86km occurred 84km southwest of Padang Sidempuan, Indonesia.
He said tremors might have been felt in Perak, Selangor, Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Malacca and Johor.
“However, there is no tsunami threat to Malaysia,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department also confirmed receiving a call from a resident of Pudu Impian 1 Apartment in Jalan Cheras regarding tremors.
According to a spokesperson, a fire team along with a machine was deployed to the location for further monitoring and inspection.
Checks on Twitter found that users from various locations also felt the tremors.
The reactions included seeking confirmation of the incident after feeling the ground shake.
"May those affected by the earthquake be safe and well," said a user.
- Bernama
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