Earthquake 135 km N of Lae, Papua New Guinea (5.2 mb) (2025-07-18 14:33:07 UTC)
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck on 135 km N of Lae, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-07-18 14:33:07 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 135 km N of Lae, 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)
5.2
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qdfg
Nearest Places
- Bunaga / 12.03 km
- Vitiaz Strait / 15.34 km
- Matafum School / 15.52 km
- Matafum / 15.58 km
- Long Island / 16.14 km
Comment
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Depth: 179.41 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)
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Depth: 179.41 km
Source: BMKG (Automatic)