Very strong M6.9 earthquake hits Papua New Guinea, hazardous tsunami waves possible

A very strong earthquake registered by the USGS as M6.9 hit New Britain region of Papua New Guinea at 20:05 UTC on April 4, 2025 (06:05 LT, April 5). The agency is reporting a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). EMSC is reporting the same magnitude and depth.

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