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M4.9 Depth: 110.8 km

M4.9 Earthquake near EASTERN NEW GUINEA REG., P.N.G. (Papua New Guinea)

UTC time: 2025-09-29 15:19:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near EASTERN NEW GUINEA REG., P.N.G. (Papua New Guinea) on September 29, 2025 at 15:19 UTC. At around 111 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.9
Depth
110.8 km
UTC time
2025-09-29 15:19:03 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Papua New Guinea
City
Madang
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-5.86660, 146.55850
Temperature
16.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 110.8 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 110.8 km
Intermediate
110.8 km
110.8 km — deeper than the regional average (81.9 km)
Regional average: 81.9 km
Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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  • Karkar
    Distance: 150 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'839 m ·Last eruption: 1979 ·Papua New Guinea
  • Umboi
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  • Ritter Island
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