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M6.4 Earthquake in North Sumatra, Tremors Felt in Medan
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia, at a depth of 163 kilometers, with no tsunami threat. Strong tremors were felt in Medan city, about 143 km away, causing temporary panic among residents.
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