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The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency has lifted the tsunami warning following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake in North Maluku and North Sulawesi, enabling rescue teams to enter affected areas. The earthquake, felt by residents in several regions, led to tsunami waves being detected along some coastlines.
The President of Indonesia has issued urgent instructions to the head of the National Disaster Management Agency, General Suharyanto, to address the increasing risks of earthquakes and tsunamis in North Sulawesi. This warning comes as the region experiences significant seismic activity.
The Indonesian Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has warned residents of coastal areas in East Sulawesi and West Maluku to avoid approaching beaches due to forecasts of high waves. This warning is part of preparations to face severe weather conditions.
Pertamina, the Indonesian company, has confirmed that fuel supplies in Sulawesi are safe, urging citizens not to panic amid rising tensions in the Middle East affecting the global energy market.