Earthquake BOUGAINVILLE REGION, P.N.G. (5.3 mw) (2024-10-31 18:05:24 UTC)
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck on BOUGAINVILLE REGION, P.N.G., at 2024-10-31 18:05:24 UTC. Reviewed by EMSC seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mw and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in BOUGAINVILLE REGION, P.N.G.
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 (mw)
5.3
Automatic
EMSC
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: emsc_20241031_0000205
Nearest Places
- Antarara Island / 8.06 km
- Alungokaku Island / 8.17 km
- Kabukeal Island / 9.13 km
- Labou Reef / 11.63 km
- Kakuruai / 13.54 km
Comment
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