7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Eastern Malaysia

Feb 22, 2026

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Feb 22, 2026 18:31

Strong 7.1-magnitude quake hits off eastern Malaysia: USGS

## Earthquake Details

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 occurred off the coast of Malaysia's Sabah state on Borneo island. The tremor was recorded early Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

## Location and Depth

The earthquake's epicenter was situated less than 100 kilometers northeast of Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah. It struck at a significant depth of approximately 620 kilometers.

## Timing

The seismic event took place at 12:57 am local time, which corresponds to 1657 GMT.

## Impact

There are no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Further assessments are likely to determine the full impact of the quake.

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