A 5.6 magnitude quake hit near Ruteng on Thursday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 02:46 UTC (10:46 local time). The epicenter was about 42 km north of Ruteng, at a depth of 10 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.7 event, but later downgraded it to 5.6.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can share your observations using 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. 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.

Tremors last week

Seven tremors of magnitude 5.5 or greater have been detected in the area over the last week. The largest, measuring 5.9, occurred close to Labuan Bajo on Aug. 15.

The top five nearby quakes from last week:

• 5.9, northeast of Labuan Bajo on Aug. 14
• 5.8, north-northeast of Ruteng on Aug. 19
• 5.5, north-northeast of Ruteng on Aug. 19
• 5.5, north of Ruteng on Aug. 16
• 5.5, northeast of Labuan Bajo on Aug. 14

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey