6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Papua New Guinea

6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Papua New Guinea
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Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A significant earthquake hit Papua New Guinea, triggering a tsunami threat for the Pacific Island nation.

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck the New Britain island on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
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