M 5.3 Earthquake Strikes 119 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia
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A magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred 119 km west-northwest of Ternate, Indonesia, at a depth of about 29 km on June 25, 2026, at 14:25:20 UTC. No tsunami warnings have been issued.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 24, 2026 and geographically references Indonesia. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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Earthquake Report
What Happened
A magnitude 5.3 mb earthquake occurred 119 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia, at a depth of 29.0 km. The event took place on June 25, 2026, at 14:25:20 UTC.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 1.1341° N, 126.3665° E, approximately 119 km west-northwest of Ternate in Indonesia. With a depth of 29 km, this is considered an intermediate-depth earthquake (between 20-70 km), which typically occurs in regions with subduction zones and may result in shaking over a broader area.
Impact Assessment
There are no felt reports available for this earthquake. No tsunami advisory has been issued, and no alert level was provided.
What You Should Know
This moderate earthquake, with a magnitude of 5.3, could potentially cause damage to poorly constructed buildings. It is possible for aftershocks to occur, so residents should follow basic safety tips such as staying indoors during shaking and preparing an emergency plan.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey (USGS): [https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000sshk]
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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