M 5.3 - 59 km W of Panguna, Papua New Guinea

December 30, 2023 at 15:03:01 UTC

Depth: 73.47 km (Intermediate)

M 5.3

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.3 mww
Depth73.47 km (Intermediate)
Location-6.4131S, 154.9575E
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance432 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.3 mean?

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 73.47 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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