Earthquake 96 km E of Kiunga, Papua New Guinea (5.0 mb) (2025-07-15 21:17:00 UTC)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 96 km E of Kiunga, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-07-15 21:17:00 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 96 km E of Kiunga, 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_us7000qcvv
Nearest Places
- Tidiebi / 1.11 km
- Tiriabi / 2.02 km
- Giporibi / 2.15 km
- Honinabi Airport / 2.36 km
- Sodiobi / 3.09 km
Comment
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Depth: 10.00 km
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Depth: 10.00 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)