A 5.3 magnitude quake hit close to Tobelo on Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor struck at 17:55 UTC (02:55 local time), with its epicenter approximately 66 km east of Tobelo and a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.4 event, but later downgraded it to 5.3.

Did you feel it?

Those who noticed the earthquake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

The USGS categorized this as a Green Alert, which means there is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

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.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey