JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 25 — The earthquake that struck Segamat yesterday indicates that the continental crust beneath Peninsular Malaysia still holds tectonic stress that can be...
Penang curry noodles, durian coffee and sambal win hearts at ‘Taste of Malaysia’ showcase in Beijing — young coconuts nextMap of peninsular Malaysia showing major and minor geological faults in the continental crust. — Picture from Research GateJOHOR BAHRU, Aug 25 — The earthquake that struck Segamat yesterday indicates that the continental crust beneath Peninsular Malaysia still holds tectonic stress that can be released without warning.
“This event points to the reactivation of an ancient fault, releasing stored tectonic energy within the continental crust. The quake’s depth confirms it originated from crustal movement, not volcanic activity or deep-sea subduction,” he told Bernama. Yesterday, the Malaysian Meteorological Department reported a minor 4.1-magnitude quake at 6.13 am in Segamat, followed by a second tremor measuring 2.8 in Yong Peng, about 28km northwest of Kluang.
Noorazhar advised that although the risk is lower compared to Sumatra, proactive measures are still needed to safeguard public safety and economic stability.
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