A 6.9 magnitude earthquake strikes remote northern Papua New Guinea.

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake jolts remote northern Papua New Guinea, no immediate casualties reported. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 35 km, with its epicentre located 32 km east-northeast of the small settlement of Ambunti. Earthquakes are common in Papua New Guinea due to its location on the seismic "Ring of Fire," an arc of intense tectonic activity. No tsunami threat has been identified.

March 23, 2024
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