Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.1 earthquake 159 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 159 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands at Oct 2, 2026, 04:44 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 216 km (134 mi) WNW of Nggosi.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.1 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 2, 2026, 04:44 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -8.933, 158.022 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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