October 29, 2026

Magnitude 5.7 earthquake strikes near Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck northeast of Kiunga in Papua New Guinea on Thursday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), USGS data showed.

The epicenter was located approximately 82 kilometers (51 miles) northeast of Kiunga.

There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage following the earthquake.

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