Earthquake New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea (4.8 M) (2024-10-16 05:58:16 UTC)
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck on New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea, at 2024-10-16 05:58:16 UTC. Reviewed by BMKG seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of M and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (M)
4.8
Automatic
BMKG
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: bmg2024uimf
Nearest Places
- Tolo Island / 14.73 km
- Pakaneingomor Island / 14.73 km
- Lolonadaula Island / 15.84 km
- Wunabalo Island / 16.43 km
- Pegelpfeiler Island / 16.43 km
Comment
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Depth: 1.00 km
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Depth: 254.71 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)
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Depth: 254.71 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)