Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.1 earthquake 106 km W of Buala, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 106 km W of Buala, Solomon Islands at Aug 6, 2026, 13:42 UTC, at a depth of 67 km. The epicentre was 209 km (130 mi) NW of Nggosi.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.1 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 6, 2026, 13:42 UTC |
| Depth | 67.2 km |
| Coordinates | -8.048, 158.627 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | 125 km WSW of Buala, Solomon Islands | 43 km / 27 mi | depth 134 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.