SARMI REGENCY, Papua — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.5 magnitude quake slammed close to Abepura Thursday afternoon.

It was reported that a tremor slammed the area at 05:48 UTC (14:48 local time). The epicenter was located approximately 194 km west-northwest of Abepura, at a depth of 33 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 6.7 event, but later downgraded it to 6.5.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your experience using 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.

Past week’s quake

Over the last week, another magnitude 5.0 earthquake was centered in the region. The event was detected close to Abepura too, four days earlier.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey