6.3-magnitude quake strikes off Papua New Guinea
SYDNEY—A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Tuesday in the Bismarck Sea about 200 kilometers (120 miles) off Papua New Guinea’s coast, the US Geological Survey said.
A preliminary USGS assessment said there was a “low likelihood of casualties and damage from the quake”, which had an estimated depth of 10 kilometres. There were no tsunami warnings.
Article continues after this advertisement
Papua New Guinea sits on the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, which is a hotspot for seismic activity due to friction between tectonic plates.
FEATURED STORIES
A 7.5-magnitude quake that hit the rugged highlands region in February 2018 triggered landslides, burying homes and killing at least 125 people.
RELATED STORIES
Article continues after this advertisement5.9-magnitude quake hits off eastern Papua New Guinea—USGS
6.9-magnitude quake hits Papua New Guinea
Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.
READ NEXT
EDITORS' PICK
