WEST TANNA, Tafea Province — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.4 magnitude quake shook near Isangel Thursday morning.

A tremor jolted the area at 23:16 UTC (10:16 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was located roughly 72 km south-southwest of Isangel and occurred at a depth of 50 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.3 event, but later upgraded it to 5.4.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the quake, you can submit a report through the USGS Felt Report form.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. 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 highly vulnerable to earthquake shaking, though some resistant structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are unknown/miscellaneous types and wood construction.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey