Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.9 earthquake 45 km NE of Lae, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 45 km NE of Lae, Papua New Guinea at Aug 31, 2025, 08:16 UTC, at a depth of 72 km. The epicentre was 46 km (29 mi) NE of Lae.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.9 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 31, 2025, 08:16 UTC |
| Depth | 72.1 km |
| Coordinates | -6.445, 147.303 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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