Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.1 earthquake 36 km E of Safotu, Samoa
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck 36 km E of Safotu, Samoa at Oct 15, 2026, 03:36 UTC, at a depth of 13 km. The epicentre was 57 km (36 mi) NW of Apia. 3 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.1 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 15, 2026, 03:36 UTC |
| Depth | 13.2 km |
| Coordinates | -13.409, -172.069 |
| Felt reports | 3 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 30 km E of Safotu, Samoa | 6 km / 4 mi | depth 13 km |
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