Magnitude 6.9 Earthquake Strikes Papua New Guinea, Tsunami Warnings Issued

The shallow quake in the New Britain region prompted alerts for waves up to 3 meters, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea's New Britain region on April 4, 2025, at 20:05 UTC, at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Tsunami warnings were issued for Papua New Guinea, with waves of 1 to 3 meters expected; smaller waves of up to 0.3 meters were forecasted for the Solomon Islands.
Approximately 40,000 people experienced moderate shaking, while 665,000 felt light shaking, according to USGS estimates.
The USGS issued a Green alert, indicating a low likelihood of significant casualties or economic losses, though secondary hazards like landslides remain a concern.
Papua New Guinea's location on the Pacific 'Ring of Fire' highlights the region's vulnerability to seismic activity and the need for ongoing disaster preparedness.