M 5.4 - 179 km NNW of Arawa, Papua New Guinea

Name: M 5.4 - 179 km NNW of Arawa, Papua New Guinea
Start: 2011-12-29T22:25:51+00:00
Location: 179 km NNW of Arawa, Papua New Guinea

December 29, 2011 at 22:25:51 UTC

Depth: 511.70 km (Deep)

M 5.4

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.4 mwc
Depth	511.70 km (Deep)
Location	-4.6520S, 155.1780E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	449 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.4 mean?

A magnitude 5.4 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 511.70 km, classified as "Deep". Deep earthquakes are rarely felt at the surface.

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