Earthquake 137 km ESE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea (5.0 mb) (2025-05-01 10:42:46 UTC)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 137 km ESE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-05-01 10:42:46 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 137 km ESE of Kandrian, 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)
5.0
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000pwc8
Nearest Places
- Lilim Island / 53.38 km
- Meibun Island / 54.14 km
- Mia Island / 54.26 km
- Manle Island / 54.29 km
- Mia Passage / 54.44 km
Comment
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Depth: 60.28 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)
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Depth: 60.28 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)