Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 50 km NNW of Kokoda, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 50 km NNW of Kokoda, Papua New Guinea at Jul 26, 2026, 06:58 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 79 km (49 mi) WNW of Popondetta.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jul 26, 2026, 06:58 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -8.442, 147.593 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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