Johor shaken again: Mild 2.8-magnitude quake felt across 4 states
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New Straits Times
August 24, 2025 @ 11:18am
Johor experienced another minor earthquake this morning, with tremors felt in parts of Negri Sembilan, Melaka, and southern Pahang
KUALA LUMPUR: Johor experienced another minor earthquake this morning, with tremors felt in parts of Negri Sembilan, Melaka, and southern Pahang.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said that the 2.8-magnitude quake struck at 9am, with its epicentre located 28km northwest of Kluang, Johor, at coordinates 2.2° North and 103.1° East, and a depth of 10km.
Residents across several districts reported feeling the mild tremors, though no damage has been recorded.
In a Facebook post, MetMalaysia confirmed there was no tsunami threat to Malaysia and assured that the situation was being closely monitored.
The department also urged those who felt the tremors to complete an online feedback form to assist in their assessment.
Earlier today, at 6.13am,
a stronger 4.1-magnitude quake was recorded 5km west of Segamat, Johor, also at a depth of 10km.