Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.2 earthquake 29 km S of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 29 km S of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea at Aug 5, 2026, 19:46 UTC, at a depth of 16 km. The epicentre was 56 km (35 mi) SE of Mendi. 2 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 5, 2026, 19:46 UTC |
| Depth | 16.3 km |
| Coordinates | -6.547, 143.962 |
| Felt reports | 2 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 13 km SE of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea | 25 km / 15 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.