Jakarta EARTHQUAKE: WATCH video moments after HUGE 6.1 magnitude quake strikes Indonesia

The strong earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia’s Java island, with shaking felt across the capital Jakarta.

Residents have explained how buildings “swayed” as the earthquake hit the Indonesian capital. 

People took to Twitter to give their account of the quake that “lasted around 20 seconds”. 

Footage from Twitter user William Gallo shows crowds of people gathered outside buildings after the earthquake hit central Jakarta.  

Kate Walton wrote on Twitter: “Strong earthquake in Jakarta just now. At least 20 seconds.”

Another user posted: “An earthquake in Jakarta just now. It’s quite strong. We’re all outside now.”

A third stated: “Woa! Earthquake in Jakarta. The building is still swaying.”

There has been no tsunami warning issued and there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

The quake struck around 65 miles west of the city of Sukabumi and shaking was felt in Jakarta, which is around 62 miles from the location of the quake.