Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.3 earthquake 2 km ENE of Auki, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 4.3 earthquake struck 2 km ENE of Auki, Solomon Islands at May 16, 2026, 15:52 UTC, at a depth of 72 km. The epicentre was 104 km (65 mi) NE of Malango.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.3 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | May 16, 2026, 15:52 UTC |
| Depth | 72.2 km |
| Coordinates | -8.759, 160.722 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7 | 20 km NE of Auki, Solomon Islands | 19 km / 12 mi | depth 32 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.