Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.7 earthquake 12 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 12 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands at Aug 14, 2026, 20:23 UTC, at a depth of 58 km. The epicentre was 224 km (139 mi) ESE of Malango. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.7 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 14, 2026, 20:23 UTC |
| Depth | 57.8 km |
| Coordinates | -10.458, 161.810 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 50 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands | 40 km / 25 mi | depth 83 km | |
| 4.2 | 58 km SSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands | 54 km / 33 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.5 | 84 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands | 74 km / 46 mi | depth 64 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.