What You Need to Know about Indonesia's Earthquakes

Indonesia is situated in a tricky spot called the Pacific "Ring of Fire."

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The tremors, measuring 6.4 magnitude, hit Java island's shores.

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The earthquake happened near Bawean island, off Java's northern coast.

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Luckily, no big damage or injuries were reported, but it definitely made people shiver.

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Indonesia needs to get ready for more earthquakes because they happen quite often here.

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Not just Indonesia, other countries nearby also need to be prepared.

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Earthquakes are a part of life in Indonesia, but that doesn't mean they can't handle them.

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The whole world needs to forward a helping hand for such earthquake-prone regions.

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We need to stand together for the communities working for resilience.

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There is an urgent need for creating a safer tomorrow amid earthquake risks.

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