7.0 Quake off Java

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck off the southwestern coast of Java on September 2, 2009. The quake triggered landslides south of the capital city, Jakarta.
Cikangkareng Landslide, Indonesia
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Cikangkareng Landslide, Indonesia

In this natural-color image, the exposed soil from a deadly landslide in September 2009 stands out from surrounding vegetation in Cinajur province, Indonesia.

Published Sep 29, 2009

Land Earthquakes

7.0 Quake off Java
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7.0 Quake off Java

This image shows bathymetry in shades of blue and topography in shades of brown in the area where an earthquake struck off the shore of western Java on September 2, 2009.

Published Sep 4, 2009

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