Event Brief
Sabah quake strongest to hit Malaysia in 11 years
Filed: Feb 24, 2026 at 2:04 AM ET
Summary: A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Sabah, Malaysia, early Monday, the strongest in over a decade.
WHO: Malaysian Meteorological Department
WHAT: 6.8 magnitude earthquake
WHEN: Feb 24, 2026 at 1:35 AM ET
WHERE: Sabah
WHY: strongest earthquake in Malaysia in over a decade
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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