Green earthquake (Magnitude 6.4M, Depth:104.329km) in Papua New Guinea 20/09/2026 09:17 UTC, 6 thousand in MMI V.
On 9/20/2026 9:17:35 AM, an earthquake occurred in Papua New Guinea potentially affecting 6 thousand in MMI V. The earthquake had Magnitude 6.4M, Depth:104.329km.
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake occurred deep beneath Papua New Guinea on September 20, 2026. While several thousand people felt moderate shaking, the earthquake's great depth helped reduce the overall impact at the surface.
What is a earthquake? Earthquakes happen when large blocks of the Earth's crust suddenly slip past each other along cracks called faults. When rocks break or move due to built-up pressure, they release energy in waves that travel through the ground, causing the shaking we feel on the surface.
If you feel shaking, remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy piece of furniture until the movement stops.
This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.
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