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M4.8 Depth: 9.3 km

M4.8 Earthquake near EASTERN NEW GUINEA REG., P.N.G. (Papua New Guinea)

UTC time: 2025-11-22 19:11:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 22, 2025 at 19:11 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near EASTERN NEW GUINEA REG., P.N.G. (Papua New Guinea). With a focal depth of about 9 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
9.3 km
UTC time
2025-11-22 19:11:57 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Papua New Guinea
City
Milne Bay
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-9.39370, 150.05190
Temperature
27.9°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 9.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 9.3 km
Shallow
9.3 km
9.3 km — shallower than the regional average (81.9 km)
Regional average: 81.9 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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