Malaysians urged to stay vigilant against quake risks


KUALA LUMPUR: Despite being outside the Pacific Ring of Fire, Malaysia is not completely immune to the risk of earthquakes.

Institute of Geology Malaysia president Abd Rasid Jaapar said while Malaysia is not on the collision zone of major tectonic plates, minor tremors have been recorded in recent decades making it crucial to remain vigilant when earthquakes strike neighbouring countries.

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