According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.5 magnitude quake jolted near Kirakira around midday Tuesday.

The tremor shook at 01:58 UTC (12:58 local time), with its epicenter situated roughly 95 km southeast of Kirakira and a depth of 40 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the earthquake are encouraged to report it via 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.

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 mud wall and informal (metal, timber, GI etc.) construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake 226 km northwest of this event struck UK on April 21, 1977 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 158,000 at intensity VI and 42,000 at intensity VII, resulting in a reported 18 fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey