Earthquake 87 km N of Nyngan, Australia (5.3 mb) (2025-05-23 16:36:13 UTC)
A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck on 87 km N of Nyngan, Australia, at 2025-05-23 16:36:13 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 87 km N of Nyngan, Australia
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_us7000q14n
Nearest Places
- Killaloo / 3.69 km
- Araluen East / 4.79 km
- Araluen / 4.81 km
- Mangoplah / 7.86 km
- Belvine / 8.05 km
Comment
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