Recent seismic activity in Malaysia's Sabah state has exposed critical gaps in earthquake monitoring infrastructure. The mountainous territories of Keningau and Tambunan remain significantly undermonitored despite showing increased tectonic sensitivity. Seismologists warn that these overlooked regions present substantial earthquake risk assessment challenges. Enhanced geological surveillance and updated monitoring networks are essential to better understand subsurface movements and protect vulnerable communities in these tectonically active zones.

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