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In Pasaman, West Sumatra, residents like Kartini recall surviving the initial tremors, with many traditional houses—known as rumah gadang—disproportionately resilient during earthquakes. Despite these structures withstanding the shocks of 2004 and subsequent tremors, including the 6.2 magnitude quake in 2022 that killed 11 and injured over 400 across Pasaman, the region remains vulnerable. Poor construction standards and non-optimized building materials, especially in traditional homes, continue to pose risks, emphasizing the need for better seismic resilience.