Earthquake New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea (5.7 M) (2025-08-07 16:34:05 UTC)
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck on New Britain Region, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-08-07 16:34:05 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
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (M)
5.7
Automatic
BMKG
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: bmg2025pjol
Nearest Places
- Latangai Island / 9.92 km
- Namatanai / 11.69 km
- Rossel Mountains / 12.15 km
- Maton River / 17.27 km
- Semalu / 17.3 km
Comment
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