WOSERA GAWI DISTRICT, East Sepik Province — A 5.4 magnitude quake occurred close to Ambunti on Sunday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the area at 10:30 UTC (20:30 local time). The epicenter was about 33 km east-southeast of Ambunti, at a depth of 72 km.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced 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 a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are informal (metal, timber, GI etc.) and unreinforced brick masonry construction.

Area struck by 7.1 quake in 1976
The area has experienced significant seismic activity in the past. On Jun. 25, 1976, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck northwest of Kiunga in Pegunungan Bintang Regency, at a depth of 20.5 miles.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey