Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.2 earthquake 72 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 72 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands at May 11, 2026, 09:48 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 82 km (51 mi) W of Nggosi. 4 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.2 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | May 11, 2026, 09:48 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -9.312, 159.182 |
| Felt reports | 4 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | 20 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands | 52 km / 32 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.5 | 57 km S of Buala, Solomon Islands | 83 km / 51 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.6 | 56 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands | 20 km / 12 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.7 | 35 km W of Malango, Solomon Islands | 52 km / 32 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.5 | 122 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands | 50 km / 31 mi | depth 35 km | |
| 4.6 | 137 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands | 65 km / 40 mi | depth 35 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.