What was the magnitude of the earthquake?

The earthquake had a magnitude of 6.5.

Where did the earthquake occur?

The earthquake occurred 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea.

What is the USGS report about the earthquake?

The USGS report provides details about the earthquake, including its magnitude, location, and depth.

A 6.5-magnitude quake hit 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea, according to the USGS report. — A 6.5-magnitude earthquake hit Papua New Guinea, causing widespread concern.

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6.5-magnitude quake hits 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea: USGS

By GC NewsDesk

15/04/2024

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Key Takeaways

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake hit 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea.
The earthquake occurred at 20:56:29 GMT on Sunday, according to the USGS report.
The epicenter was initially determined to be at 5.85 degrees south latitude and 151.08 degrees east longitude, with a depth of 64.7 km.

New York: An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 jolted 109 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea, at 20:56:29 GMT on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.