Lae, Papua New Guinea — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Papua New Guinea on Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

What happened:

The quake hit at 6:02 PM Central Time on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Its center was about 96 kilometers (60 miles) north-northwest of Lae, Papua New Guinea's second-largest city, at a depth of about 98 kilometers (61 miles) below the surface. The USGS has received no felt reports so far, and no tsunami warning was issued for this quake.

Impacts:

The quake struck deep underground and well offshore from the nearest city, which limits shaking at the surface. No damage reports have come in, and with no tsunami threat, coastal communities face no wave danger from this quake.

What to do:

- Drop, cover, and hold on if you feel shaking.

- Stay away from windows and anything that could fall.

- Check for hazards like gas leaks or broken glass after the shaking stops.

- Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow in the hours after a quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 5, 2026.