SARMI REGENCY, Papua — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.3 magnitude quake shook close to Abepura on Tuesday afternoon.

The tremor hit the area at 07:46 UTC (16:46 local time). It occurred at a depth of 14 km with the epicenter about 206 km west-northwest of Abepura. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.5 but later downgraded to 5.3.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the earthquake, you can report it via 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.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey