Earthquake 79 km N of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (4.4 mb) (2025-05-17 11:17:20 UTC)

1747480640

-3.4785, 152.1807

277.14 KM

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck on 79 km N of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-05-17 11:17:20 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 79 km N of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Recommendation
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.

Earthquake 79 km N of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (4.4 mb) (2025-05-17 11:17:20 UTC)

Magnitudo (mb)

4.4

Confirmed
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_us7000pzu9

Nearest Places

Konogogo / 2.26 km
Konobio Plantation / 2.85 km
Konmiap / 3.45 km
Karu Bay / 3.94 km
Kobi / 4.2 km

Comment

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