M6.2 Earthquake Hits Majene, Sulawesi, Indonesia - Jan. 15, 2021 Gempa di Majene.mp4

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(Translated from Indonesian): The earthquake occurred in Majene, West Sulawesi (Sulbar) with a magnitude (M) of 6.2. The earthquake caused panic and damage to residents.

The earthquake occurred early Friday (15/01/2021) at 01.28 WIB. Not only caused panic among residents but also some damage.

Based on a number of photos and videos circulating on social media, the earthquake is known to have caused damage to the main building of the West Sulawesi Governor's office , Mifta Manakarra hospital, and a hotel.

Residents in Mamuju are also known to have fled at high altitudes, fearing that a tsunami might occur due to repeated aftershocks.

"While we are evacuating, look for a safe place at a height," said a resident of Sulaeman, when confirmed by reporters by telephone.

The same thing was also expressed by Imran, who revealed that there was damage to a number of public facilities in Mamuju.

"Mifta Manakarra Hospital was destroyed, many buildings were damaged," he said.