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As such, he said the Malaysian Seismic Hazard Map, developed by JMG in collaboration with the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), local universities, and related technical agencies, is currently being updated.

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (right) - Photo by Bernama

Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali

The absence of monitoring equipment in areas like Johor further highlights the need for public awareness and preparedness rather than relying on forecasts. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

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Segamat, a district in northern Johor located about 180 kilometres from Johor Bahru, has become the focus of attention following a series of minor earthquakes reported since Aug 24. The district, known as the main gateway into Johor from the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia, recorded five tremors within a week. Photo by Bernama

A worker cleans the windows of Warisan Merdeka Tower (KL118) the second tallest building in the world, in Kuala Lumpur on August 19, 2025. (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP)

A weak earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in Segamat at 4.24am today, the fourth to hit the district in a week. - File photo of Segamat's first earthquake that took place earlier this week.

Segamat was once again hit by a minor earthquake tonight, marking the third incident in the area within a few days.

With ongoing research in earthquake seismology and tectonics, an expert has pointed out that paleoseismic studies conducted by other experts have already demonstrated the capability of local fault lines to produce strong seismic events.