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As scientists cast warnings about the potential for the next big quake, Indonesia’s preparedness remains a concern. In August 2024, the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) issued reminders about the ongoing risks, particularly around the Mentawai Islands—an area that hasn’t experienced a megathrust rupture for over 200 years. This "recency gap" slightly increases the likelihood of a future large quake, raising alarms about whether Indonesia has done enough to mitigate such risks.