Maybank : "Rising earthquake risk is real in Malaysia"
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New research places Malaysia within the Pacific Ring of Fire, expert reveals
www.sinardaily.my
SHAH ALAM – Johor’s recent tremors are no coincidence, as experts say the state’s proximity to the Pacific Ring of Fire makes it vulnerable to earthquakes, despite Malaysia not being classified as part of the seismic belt.
Speaking to Sinar Daily, geologist, Professor Dr Azmi Hassan said Malaysia was not considered part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, yet Johor’s geographical closeness placed it at risk.
"True enough, Johor or Malaysia is not considered part of the Ring of Fire, but Johor is the nearest to it. So, no surprise that Johor felt this particular tremor,” Azmi said.
Azmi said that earthquakes remained unpredictable.
He stated that despite advancements in geological research, no technology currently existed to provide reliable early warnings for quakes in Malaysia.
The absence of monitoring equipment in areas like Johor made public awareness and preparedness essential, rather than relying on forecasts.
In a related matter, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Engineering Faculty lecturer, Associate Professor Dr Noor Sheena Herayani Harith said that historical data proved Malaysia had experienced tremors for centuries, but many had gone unnoticed or were dismissed due to minimal damage.
"Previously, when I was studying, I went to the Survey and Mapping Department and MetMalaysia, where I had discussions with experts. I came across a report published in 1984 which showed records of earthquakes in Malaysia dating back to 1805.
"The first recorded earthquake occurred in Penang, but it was very small. At that time, it was recorded as Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI)," she said in a recent Keluar Sekejap podcast.
Sheena added that the recent Segamat earthquake was significant enough to damage buildings.
"When the 4.1 magnitude quake happened, we found cracks in buildings and the tremor was rapid, which means the epicentre was very close to Segamat.
"In seismology, we call this a ‘main event,’ a release of very large energy, often followed by smaller quakes,” she said.
According to her, Malaysia’s seismic landscape was often underestimated, with many assuming the country was insulated from major earthquake risks simply because it was not as active as neighbouring Indonesia.
"My mentor and I came across a report in the 2011 Encyclopedia Britannica by a professor from the United States, who mapped our region as being part of the Ring of Fire.
"That means Malaysia is indeed within the Pacific Ring of Fire. Even if most quakes here are small, they show we are in an area where earthquakes do occur," she said.
Sheena cautioned that magnitudes in Malaysia appeared to be increasing, pointing out that historical data showed a clear upward trend in seismic strength over time.
"A hundred years ago, magnitudes were two or three. Now, they are reaching four. In Peninsular Malaysia, Bukit Tinggi is the most active location with tremors of around magnitude 4.5.
"In Sabah, Ranau experienced a magnitude six quake that damaged around 200 houses and collapsed a mosque’s minaret. Lahad Datu recorded an even bigger one in 1976, at 6.3," she said.
She also pointed out that Malaysia's perception of being earthquake-free stemmed from minimal past damage.
"Historically, perhaps people didn’t realise the destruction was caused by earthquakes or tremors were too brief to change mindsets. The 2004 Aceh tragedy was a turning point. That was when Malaysians realised we are not immune," she said.
Efforts were ongoing to strengthen preparedness at the community level.
National Weather and Earthquake Operations Centre Senior Director Marqun Fadzli Mohd Fahmi said awareness programmes were vital even in areas not traditionally considered at risk.
"Although Segamat is not located in an active earthquake zone, such programmes are crucial as they provide communities with knowledge and practical guidance in dealing with any eventuality.
"Early awareness and preparedness training are key to reducing risks and ensuring community safety," he reportedly said.
More than 300 community leaders and residents recently participated in a Disaster Risk Management Programme on Earthquakes in Segamat, jointly organised by the Minerals and Geoscience Malaysia Department, MetMalaysia and the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma).
"I believe this programme is very important as it opened my eyes to dangers I had never considered before, even though the tremors in Segamat were categorised as mild,” said Mohammad Khairul Najid Mustafha, 34, from Taman Yayasan.
For Aina Nasuha Khairuzamman, 22, from Bandar IOI, the lessons instilled confidence.
"I now feel more prepared if a tremor occurs. Even though there have been no tremors recently, early preparedness must remain a priority,” she said.
Johor has been hit with another minor earthquake yesterday, this time with a 2.9-magnitude reading in Sri Medan, Parit Sulong.
The meteorological department said on its website that the quake occurred at 6.39pm at a depth of 10km.
The department reported that the earthquake had an epicentre at coordinates 1.95° North, 102.9° East.
Previously, it was reported that six minor earthquakes had been recorded in Segamat since Aug 24, a 4.1 magnitude tremor followed by a 2.8 magnitude tremor the same morning, and others on Aug 27 (3.2), Aug 28 (2.5), Aug 29 (3.4) and Aug 30 (2.7).
www.sinardaily.my
SHAH ALAM – Johor’s recent tremors are no coincidence, as experts say the state’s proximity to the Pacific Ring of Fire makes it vulnerable to earthquakes, despite Malaysia not being classified as part of the seismic belt.
Speaking to Sinar Daily, geologist, Professor Dr Azmi Hassan said Malaysia was not considered part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, yet Johor’s geographical closeness placed it at risk.
Azmi said that earthquakes remained unpredictable.
He stated that despite advancements in geological research, no technology currently existed to provide reliable early warnings for quakes in Malaysia.
The absence of monitoring equipment in areas like Johor made public awareness and preparedness essential, rather than relying on forecasts.
- Technical committee on earthquakes should be reactivated - JMG
- Segamat earthquake proves old fault active, further study needed - Expert
- Tectonic pressure from neighbours could cause local earthquakes in Malaysia, expert warns
In a related matter, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Engineering Faculty lecturer, Associate Professor Dr Noor Sheena Herayani Harith said that historical data proved Malaysia had experienced tremors for centuries, but many had gone unnoticed or were dismissed due to minimal damage.
"Previously, when I was studying, I went to the Survey and Mapping Department and MetMalaysia, where I had discussions with experts. I came across a report published in 1984 which showed records of earthquakes in Malaysia dating back to 1805.
"The first recorded earthquake occurred in Penang, but it was very small. At that time, it was recorded as Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI)," she said in a recent Keluar Sekejap podcast.
Sheena added that the recent Segamat earthquake was significant enough to damage buildings.
"When the 4.1 magnitude quake happened, we found cracks in buildings and the tremor was rapid, which means the epicentre was very close to Segamat.
"In seismology, we call this a ‘main event,’ a release of very large energy, often followed by smaller quakes,” she said.
According to her, Malaysia’s seismic landscape was often underestimated, with many assuming the country was insulated from major earthquake risks simply because it was not as active as neighbouring Indonesia.
"My mentor and I came across a report in the 2011 Encyclopedia Britannica by a professor from the United States, who mapped our region as being part of the Ring of Fire.
"That means Malaysia is indeed within the Pacific Ring of Fire. Even if most quakes here are small, they show we are in an area where earthquakes do occur," she said.
Sheena cautioned that magnitudes in Malaysia appeared to be increasing, pointing out that historical data showed a clear upward trend in seismic strength over time.
"A hundred years ago, magnitudes were two or three. Now, they are reaching four. In Peninsular Malaysia, Bukit Tinggi is the most active location with tremors of around magnitude 4.5.
"In Sabah, Ranau experienced a magnitude six quake that damaged around 200 houses and collapsed a mosque’s minaret. Lahad Datu recorded an even bigger one in 1976, at 6.3," she said.
She also pointed out that Malaysia's perception of being earthquake-free stemmed from minimal past damage.
"Historically, perhaps people didn’t realise the destruction was caused by earthquakes or tremors were too brief to change mindsets. The 2004 Aceh tragedy was a turning point. That was when Malaysians realised we are not immune," she said.
Efforts were ongoing to strengthen preparedness at the community level.
National Weather and Earthquake Operations Centre Senior Director Marqun Fadzli Mohd Fahmi said awareness programmes were vital even in areas not traditionally considered at risk.
"Although Segamat is not located in an active earthquake zone, such programmes are crucial as they provide communities with knowledge and practical guidance in dealing with any eventuality.
"Early awareness and preparedness training are key to reducing risks and ensuring community safety," he reportedly said.
More than 300 community leaders and residents recently participated in a Disaster Risk Management Programme on Earthquakes in Segamat, jointly organised by the Minerals and Geoscience Malaysia Department, MetMalaysia and the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma).
"I believe this programme is very important as it opened my eyes to dangers I had never considered before, even though the tremors in Segamat were categorised as mild,” said Mohammad Khairul Najid Mustafha, 34, from Taman Yayasan.
For Aina Nasuha Khairuzamman, 22, from Bandar IOI, the lessons instilled confidence.
"I now feel more prepared if a tremor occurs. Even though there have been no tremors recently, early preparedness must remain a priority,” she said.
Johor has been hit with another minor earthquake yesterday, this time with a 2.9-magnitude reading in Sri Medan, Parit Sulong.
The meteorological department said on its website that the quake occurred at 6.39pm at a depth of 10km.
The department reported that the earthquake had an epicentre at coordinates 1.95° North, 102.9° East.
Previously, it was reported that six minor earthquakes had been recorded in Segamat since Aug 24, a 4.1 magnitude tremor followed by a 2.8 magnitude tremor the same morning, and others on Aug 27 (3.2), Aug 28 (2.5), Aug 29 (3.4) and Aug 30 (2.7).
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Ring of fire is a hoax for the sheeple.
The reality is the Jews has the weather weapon and any countries can have earthquakes
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Nonsense, they just explained last year that they are not in the ring of fire.New research places Malaysia within the Pacific Ring of Fire, expert reveals
www.sinardaily.my
SHAH ALAM – Johor’s recent tremors are no coincidence, as experts say the state’s proximity to the Pacific Ring of Fire makes it vulnerable to earthquakes, despite Malaysia not being classified as part of the seismic belt.
Speaking to Sinar Daily, geologist, Professor Dr Azmi Hassan said Malaysia was not considered part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, yet Johor’s geographical closeness placed it at risk.
"True enough, Johor or Malaysia is not considered part of the Ring of Fire, but Johor is the nearest to it. So, no surprise that Johor felt this particular tremor,” Azmi said.
Azmi said that earthquakes remained unpredictable.
He stated that despite advancements in geological research, no technology currently existed to provide reliable early warnings for quakes in Malaysia.
The absence of monitoring equipment in areas like Johor made public awareness and preparedness essential, rather than relying on forecasts.
"I think the problem with current earthquake research is that there is no monitoring equipment installed. So, the best thing we can do is ensure that people in Johor, especially Segamat, remain alert," he said.
- Technical committee on earthquakes should be reactivated - JMG
- Segamat earthquake proves old fault active, further study needed - Expert
- Tectonic pressure from neighbours could cause local earthquakes in Malaysia, expert warns
In a related matter, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Engineering Faculty lecturer, Associate Professor Dr Noor Sheena Herayani Harith said that historical data proved Malaysia had experienced tremors for centuries, but many had gone unnoticed or were dismissed due to minimal damage.
"Previously, when I was studying, I went to the Survey and Mapping Department and MetMalaysia, where I had discussions with experts. I came across a report published in 1984 which showed records of earthquakes in Malaysia dating back to 1805.
"The first recorded earthquake occurred in Penang, but it was very small. At that time, it was recorded as Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI)," she said in a recent Keluar Sekejap podcast.
Sheena added that the recent Segamat earthquake was significant enough to damage buildings.
"When the 4.1 magnitude quake happened, we found cracks in buildings and the tremor was rapid, which means the epicentre was very close to Segamat.
"In seismology, we call this a ‘main event,’ a release of very large energy, often followed by smaller quakes,” she said.
According to her, Malaysia’s seismic landscape was often underestimated, with many assuming the country was insulated from major earthquake risks simply because it was not as active as neighbouring Indonesia.
"My mentor and I came across a report in the 2011 Encyclopedia Britannica by a professor from the United States, who mapped our region as being part of the Ring of Fire.
"That means Malaysia is indeed within the Pacific Ring of Fire. Even if most quakes here are small, they show we are in an area where earthquakes do occur," she said.
Sheena cautioned that magnitudes in Malaysia appeared to be increasing, pointing out that historical data showed a clear upward trend in seismic strength over time.
"A hundred years ago, magnitudes were two or three. Now, they are reaching four. In Peninsular Malaysia, Bukit Tinggi is the most active location with tremors of around magnitude 4.5.
"In Sabah, Ranau experienced a magnitude six quake that damaged around 200 houses and collapsed a mosque’s minaret. Lahad Datu recorded an even bigger one in 1976, at 6.3," she said.
She also pointed out that Malaysia's perception of being earthquake-free stemmed from minimal past damage.
"Historically, perhaps people didn’t realise the destruction was caused by earthquakes or tremors were too brief to change mindsets. The 2004 Aceh tragedy was a turning point. That was when Malaysians realised we are not immune," she said.
Efforts were ongoing to strengthen preparedness at the community level.
National Weather and Earthquake Operations Centre Senior Director Marqun Fadzli Mohd Fahmi said awareness programmes were vital even in areas not traditionally considered at risk.
"Although Segamat is not located in an active earthquake zone, such programmes are crucial as they provide communities with knowledge and practical guidance in dealing with any eventuality.
"Early awareness and preparedness training are key to reducing risks and ensuring community safety," he reportedly said.
More than 300 community leaders and residents recently participated in a Disaster Risk Management Programme on Earthquakes in Segamat, jointly organised by the Minerals and Geoscience Malaysia Department, MetMalaysia and the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma).
"I believe this programme is very important as it opened my eyes to dangers I had never considered before, even though the tremors in Segamat were categorised as mild,” said Mohammad Khairul Najid Mustafha, 34, from Taman Yayasan.
For Aina Nasuha Khairuzamman, 22, from Bandar IOI, the lessons instilled confidence.
"I now feel more prepared if a tremor occurs. Even though there have been no tremors recently, early preparedness must remain a priority,” she said.
Johor has been hit with another minor earthquake yesterday, this time with a 2.9-magnitude reading in Sri Medan, Parit Sulong.
The meteorological department said on its website that the quake occurred at 6.39pm at a depth of 10km.
The department reported that the earthquake had an epicentre at coordinates 1.95° North, 102.9° East.
Previously, it was reported that six minor earthquakes had been recorded in Segamat since Aug 24, a 4.1 magnitude tremor followed by a 2.8 magnitude tremor the same morning, and others on Aug 27 (3.2), Aug 28 (2.5), Aug 29 (3.4) and Aug 30 (2.7).
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It is the Jews who define the ring of fire. They decide where the earthquake will happen
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huat ah! property values to drop in ml and hopefully sg too.
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Singapore is very close, not far from both Sumatra and Malaysia. And we don’t get a single earthquake due to the close relationship Lees has with the Jews.
If the WP took over Singapore, Singapore might not be a safe country anymore. Unless the bayi continue to sell his backside
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