Just moments ago the USGS reporting agency reported an Earthquake measuring 6.6 in magnitude centered near the south coast of Papua Indonesia. At 17:10:52 UTC the quake was measured at a depth of approximately 13.2 miles under the earths surface. It was located at 4.930°S, 133.752°E. We have yet to get any reports within Indonesia on damage or injuries.

Relative to other areas int he regions, the following data shows the distance between the Earthquake’s epicenter, and each given location:

* 110 km (68 miles) NNW (332°) from Dobo, Aru Islands, Indonesia
* 311 km (193 miles) WSW (246°) from Enarotali, Irian Jaya, Indonesia
* 430 km (267 miles) NE (38°) from Saumlaki, Tanimbar Islands, Indonesia
* 635 km (394 miles) ESE (103°) from Ambon, Moluccas, Indonesia
* 989 km (615 miles) ENE (66°) from DILI, East Timor

If we hear any more information about this quake we will update this article.

Update 2:10 PM EST:

The USGS has reported that the quake was actually 7.2 in magnitude. Indonesian officials have said that the quake which was situated beneath the ocean crust may be cause for concern among those living on the coast, as a tsunami is possible.