ALERT: Tsunami: No Tsunami Threat to Malaysia Following 6 Magnitude Earthquake Near Kuril Islands
Issued by: Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia)
Date: 30 July 2025 | Time: 11:07 PM
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued an official statement regarding a strong earthquake that occurred near the Kuril Islands late on 30 July 2025. The earthquake registered a magnitude of 6.0 and occurred at 10:47 PM (Malaysian time).
📌 Earthquake Details:
- Location: Kuril Islands
- Coordinates: 50.2° North, 157.6° East
- Magnitude: 6.0
- Depth: 49 km
- Distance from Land: Approximately 322 km south of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, Russia
🔍 Tsunami Assessment:
MetMalaysia confirms that based on available data and seismic analysis, there is no tsunami threat to Malaysia from this event. The earthquake occurred far from Malaysian shores and is not expected to generate any sea-level disturbance affecting the region.
This was confirmed under the reference JMM.APL15/442/19 Jld (75)/(26) with bulletin code JMM/POCGN(O)/BK-27A, and was officially issued at 11:07 PM on 30 July 2025.
🌍 What Are the Kuril Islands?
The Kuril Islands are a volcanic archipelago located between the Russian Kamchatka Peninsula and Japan’s Hokkaido. This region is known for frequent seismic activity as it sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates converge.
🇲🇾 Situation in Malaysia:
✅ No action is required for residents in Malaysia.
✅ All coastal and inland regions remain safe and unaffected.
✅ The Malaysian Tsunami Early Warning System remains on alert and will continue to monitor all seismic events across the region.
Malaysia’s Preparedness
Malaysia continues to monitor global seismic events through MetMalaysia and the Malaysian National Tsunami Early Warning System (MNTEWS). Citizens are advised to stay informed through official MetMalaysia channels:
- 🌐 met.gov.my
- 📱 Twitter/X: @metmalaysia
- 📞 Emergency line: 603-7967 8000
🛑 Final Notice:
This is the final update from the Malaysian Meteorological Department unless further developments arise.
Stay updated through:
- MetMalaysia Official Website
- MetMalaysia Twitter/X
- Local news and emergency broadcast systems
✍️ mytrip.my Team | 30 July 2025
For accurate updates on earthquakes and tsunamis in Malaysia, always refer to official bulletins issued by MetMalaysia and relevant disaster management authorities.
