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M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near New Ireland

UTC time: 2025-01-01 07:05:53 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near New Ireland on January 1, 2025 at 07:05 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 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 USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.9
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-01-01 07:05:53 UTC
Local time
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Country
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State
New Ireland
City
New Ireland
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-3.73240, 151.67940

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 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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