Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M6.9 earthquake 9 km WNW of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck 9 km WNW of Pematangsiantar, Indonesia at Aug 15, 2026, 10:54 UTC, at a depth of 175 km. The epicentre was 10 km (6 mi) WNW of Pematangsiantar. 44 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 6.9 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 15, 2026, 10:54 UTC |
| Depth | 175.0 km |
| Coordinates | 2.986, 98.985 |
| Felt reports | 44 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 29 km WSW of Ambarita, Indonesia | 63 km / 39 mi | depth 151 km | |
| 4.2 | 7 km SE of Kabanjahe, Indonesia | 50 km / 31 mi | depth 154 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.