Natural Disaster
Major 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Off Malaysian Tourist Coast
Published: 23 February 2026 . The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Malaysia, shaking the well-known tourist destination of Sabah and prompting concern among residents and visitors alike. The tremor, occurring offshore but felt widely across the region, caused panic as buildings swayed and people rushed outside. Seismic monitoring agencies, including the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the...
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