Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 13 km SE of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 13 km SE of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea at Aug 5, 2026, 19:51 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 53 km (33 mi) ESE of Mendi.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 5, 2026, 19:51 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -6.362, 144.089 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.2 | 29 km S of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea | 25 km / 15 mi | depth 16 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.