The epicenter was located 246 km (153 miles) NNW of Tobelo (population 34 150), 289 km (180 miles) SSE of Caburan (population 12 620), and 309 km (192 miles) SE of Glan (population 24 255), Indonesia–Philippines region.
32 000 people are estimated to have felt strong shaking, 61 000 moderate, 215 000 light, and 148 000 weak.
According to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC), there is no tsunami threat from this earthquake.
The USGS issued a Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are a mix of vulnerable and earthquake-resistant construction. The predominant vulnerable building types are miscellaneous and heavy wood frame construction.
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