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Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Strikes Western NSW, Felt Over 500km Away

The rare seismic event near the Orana region triggered aftershocks and was widely felt, but no damage or injuries have been reported.

A satellite map showing the epicentre of the quake in the top left corner and cities Newcaste, Sydney and Wollongong.

Overview

  • A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred at 2:30 am on May 24, 2025, in the remote Orana region of western New South Wales.
  • The mainshock was followed by a magnitude 4.2 aftershock seven minutes later and additional smaller tremors, including a magnitude 3.7 at 5:30 am.
  • Geoscience Australia received over 250 felt reports, with tremors reported up to 500 kilometers away in Sydney.
  • Despite widespread shaking that rattled windows and startled residents, no structural damage or injuries have been confirmed.
  • Seismologists anticipate aftershocks to continue for days or weeks but expect their frequency and intensity to gradually decline.