印尼東部發生規模 7.4 強震
Strong 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Eastern Indonesia
2026年4月2日,一場規模7.4的強烈地震襲擊了印尼東部外海的摩鹿加海。
On April 2, 2026, a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Molucca Sea, off the coast of eastern Indonesia.
儘管初步報告估計規模為7.8,美國地質調查局(USGS)隨後確認了7.4的測定。
While initial reports estimated the magnitude at 7.8, the USGS later confirmed the 7.4 measurement.
雖然針對印尼、菲律賓和馬來西亞發布了海嘯警報,但影響有限,海浪最高僅達0.75公尺。
Although a tsunami warning was issued for Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia, the impact was limited, with small waves peaking at 0.75 meters.
印尼位於太平洋「火環」帶上,該地區以頻繁的板塊活動著稱。
Indonesia sits on the Pacific 'Ring of Fire', a region known for frequent tectonic activity.
地震後,社群媒體上流傳著使用過去災難舊照片的錯誤訊息,凸顯了核實資訊的重要性。
Following the quake, misinformation circulated on social media using old images from past disasters, highlighting the importance of verifying information.
儘管引發恐慌,損害在很大程度上受到控制,結構性問題主要報告於當地住宅區和一處體育綜合設施。
Despite the scare, the damage was largely contained, with structural issues reported primarily in local residential areas and a sports complex.
