A 5.1 magnitude quake occurred close to Ternate at midday on Friday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor struck the area at 04:45 UTC (13:45 local time). It occurred at a depth of 41 km with the epicenter about 122 km west-northwest of Ternate. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.3 but later downgraded to 5.1.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors last week

In the past week, there have been three tremors of magnitude 2.5 or above centered nearby. The largest, measuring 5.1, hit near Bitung on Apr. 18.

The three largest earthquakes nearby in the last week:

• 5.1, east of Bitung on April 17
• 4.7, east of Bitung on April 18
• 4.6, west of Ternate on April 17

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey