7.0 magnitude earthquake in Papua New Guinea
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that a 7.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in the town of Ambunti, located in the East Sepik province of Papua New Guinea. A 7.0 magnitude tremor was recorded in the town of Ambunti, Papua New Guinea.
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A 7.0 magnitude earthquake has occurred northeast of the town of Ambunti in the East Sepik province of Papua New Guinea.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) announced that a 7.0 magnitude tremor was recorded 23 kilometers northeast of the town of Ambunti.
According to initial reports, there was no loss of life or property in the earthquake, which occurred at a depth of approximately 64 kilometers.
Papua New Guinea is located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," where most of the world's earthquakes and volcanic activities occur.
In September 2022, 21 people lost their lives in a 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck the country.