The power of the latest earthquake rocked Indonesia, showing how vulnerable the region is to natural disasters. Based on the latest data, several large earthquakes hit various areas, raising concerns about the safety of residents. One of the significant earthquakes occurred on the island of Sumatra, precisely in the Aceh area. With a magnitude of 6.5, this earthquake shook at a depth of 10 km, producing strong vibrations that were felt as far away as Medan. As a result, several buildings were damaged, and there were reports of residents evacuating to avoid potential subsequent disasters. On the island of Java, an earthquake measuring 5.8 also occurred in the Cianjur area, adding to the long list of seismic activity in this area. Although no tsunami was generated, several people were injured, and public services such as electricity and communications were disrupted. Disaster anticipation and mitigation are important in this context. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is active in providing information and education to the public. They urge everyone to understand evacuation procedures and have an emergency plan. Seismic monitoring technology also plays a crucial role. The Early Warning System (EWS) system has been implemented in a number of earthquake-prone areas, providing early notification to the public. The accuracy, speed and effectiveness of this system is the main focus to reduce the risk of fatalities. Geological analysis indicates that Indonesia is located on the “Pacific Ring of Fire,” an area of high tectonic activity. Earthquakes that occur are not only caused by plate shifts, but can also occur due to volcanic activity. Therefore, awareness about the potential for earthquakes must continue to be increased. The importance of earthquake-resistant infrastructure is also a concern. Many public facilities such as schools and hospitals need to be built or repaired to be more resilient to shocks. This not only protects assets, but also saves lives. In mitigation efforts, cooperation between the government, non-governmental organizations and the wider community is very necessary. Training, simulations and counseling must be carried out regularly. The community needs to be involved in every planning stage. In addition, it is important that actual news and information about earthquakes continues to be conveyed to provide guidance for the public in responding to emergency situations. Social media and mobile applications can be used as a fast and effective source of information. The quick response from the authorities was able to reduce the impact of the earthquake that occurred. With a good coordination system between institutions, the evacuation process can be carried out more efficiently. Handling victims and emergency assistance also requires an integrated system. In the future, it is important for every individual to continue to update their knowledge about earthquakes. Preparedness is not only the responsibility of the government, but is a shared responsibility of all elements of society. By understanding, preparing and taking appropriate preventive measures, Indonesia can be better prepared to face the threat of earthquakes in the future.