Manokwari hit by earthquake

MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: An earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale shook the area surrounding Cendrawasih Bay here on Sunday afternoon.

Antara reported that the quake's epicenter was believed to be 135 kilometers south of Manokwari and some 33 kilometers below sea level.

The brief earthquake brought panic to the small town. However there were no reports of casualties or severe damage to buildings.