Earthquake 69 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea (5.3 mb) (2025-12-10 13:30:17 UTC)
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck on 69 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-12-10 13:30:17 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 69 km W of Panguna, 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 (mb)
5.3
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000rtvs
Nearest Places
- Lothian Shoals / 2.34 km
- Cape Torokina / 24.52 km
- Puruata Island / 24.52 km
- Laruma River / 24.77 km
- Torokina Islet / 24.93 km
Comment
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Source: BMKG (Automatic)