According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 6.7 magnitude quake occurred close to Tual Monday afternoon.

The tremor rocked at 05:49 UTC (14:49 local time), with its epicenter situated about 181 km west-southwest of Tual and a depth of 79 km.

The National Tsunami Center issued a Tsunami statement related to the earthquake, please visit tsunami.gov for the latest information.

Did you feel it?

Those who felt the quake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 50 reports via its online form from people who indicate they experienced the tremor. Weak shaking was observed, and residents in several cities — including Howard Springs, Coonawarra and Darwin — reported experiencing the earthquake, according to the USGS DYFI report.

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 unreinforced brick with concrete floor and precast concrete frame with wall construction.

Historical information
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake 236 km northwest of this event struck UK on January 10, 1989 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 5,000 at intensity VIII and 10,000 at intensity IX or greater, with no reported fatalities.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey