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6.8 Magnitude Quake Rattles Borneo, No Tsunami Warning

2/23/2026

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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) assessed a low likelihood of casualties or damage and said no tsunami alert was issued.
The epicentre lies less than 100 kilometres northeast of Kota Kinabalu on Borneo at a depth of 619.8 kilometres.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department reported a magnitude of 6.8 and tremors were felt on Sabah’s west coast and in parts of Sarawak.
The department will continue to monitor the situation.

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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) assessed a low likelihood of casualties or damage and said no tsunami alert was issued.
The epicentre lies less than 100 kilometres northeast of Kota Kinabalu on Borneo at a depth of 619.8 kilometres.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department reported a magnitude of 6.8 and tremors were felt on Sabah’s west coast and in parts of Sarawak.
The department will continue to monitor the situation.