Earthquake 37 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea (4.7 mb) (2025-09-19 13:24:29 UTC)
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 37 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea, at 2025-09-19 13:24:29 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 37 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
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.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.7
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qxas
Nearest Places
- Empress Augusta Bay / 2.8 km
- Mavavia River / 8.79 km
- Mariropa River / 9.03 km
- Koiare / 9.19 km
- Reini River / 9.2 km
Comment
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