M 6.5 - 45 km NNE of Goroka, Papua New Guinea

December 22, 2025 at 10:31:27 UTC

Depth: 107.00 km (Intermediate)

M 6.5

Strong

Green

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

12

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.5 mww
Depth107.00 km (Intermediate)
Location-5.7036S, 145.5368E
Community IntensityV (Moderate)
Mercalli IntensityVI (Strong)
Felt Reports (DYFI)12 people
Alert Level (PAGER)Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance657 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 6.5 mean?

A magnitude 6.5 earthquake is classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 107.00 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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