SARMI REGENCY, Papua — A 5.5 magnitude quake was detected close to Abepura at midday on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor jolted the area at 04:13 UTC (13:13 local time). It occurred at a depth of 51 km with the epicenter located approximately 177 km west-northwest of Abepura. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.3 event, but later upgraded it to 5.5.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage. Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides that might have contributed to losses.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are vulnerable to earthquake shaking, though resistant structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are unreinforced brick with concrete floor and precast concrete frame with wall construction.

Quakes past week

Last week, six tremors with a magnitude 2.5 or above have been registered in the region. The largest, measuring 6.5, occurred in the same region one day ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey