Earthquake 199 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste (4.2 mb) (2025-10-23 12:40:08 UTC)
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck on 199 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste, at 2025-10-23 12:40:08 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 199 km N of Baukau, Timor Leste
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 (mb)
4.2
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000riva
Nearest Places
- Pulau Gunungapi / 6.66 km
- South Banda Basin / 92.02 km
- Selat Romang / 96.39 km
- Tanjung Tutunnila / 96.7 km
- Tanjung Tutuntujau / 97.47 km
Comment
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