Tual, Indonesia — A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck in the waters north-northwest of Tual, Indonesia, on Thursday afternoon Central time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

What happened: The quake hit at 3:32 PM CDT (8:32 PM local time) about 81 miles north-northwest of Tual, in the Maluku island chain. It was centered about 6 miles below the surface, a shallow depth that can make shaking feel stronger near the epicenter.

Impacts: No damage reports had come in as of Thursday afternoon, and no felt reports were listed by the USGS. The agency flagged no tsunami threat from this quake.

What to do:

- If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table, and hold on until the shaking stops.

- Stay away from windows, hanging objects, and anything that could fall.

- After the shaking, check for hazards like broken glass, gas leaks, and damaged wiring before moving around.

- Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow in the hours and days after a quake of this size.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 29, 2026.