SARMI REGENCY, Papua — A 5.0 magnitude quake was reported close to Abepura Thursday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor jolted the region at 08:04 UTC (17:04 local time). It occurred at a depth of 38 km with the epicenter situated about 149 km west of Abepura. Seismologists first reported it as a 4.9 event, but later upgraded it to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

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

Past week’s quake

Over the last week, another magnitude 4.5 earthquake was recorded in the region, with the event also occurring near Abepura, one day ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey