Timor-Leste: 7.3-magnitude offshore earthquake strikes 121 km north-northeast of Lospalos

Event

A magnitude-7.3 offshore earthquake occurred near Timor-Leste at around 03:25 TLT Dec. 30. The epicenter was about 121 km (75 miles) north-northeast from Lospalos, Timor-Leste. The temblor has not triggered a tsunami warning.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.