Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 77 km E of Popondetta, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 77 km E of Popondetta, Papua New Guinea at Jan 7, 2026, 14:54 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 78 km (48 mi) E of Popondetta.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Jan 7, 2026, 14:54 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -8.761, 148.939 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 131 km NE of Popondetta, Papua New Guinea | 85 km / 53 mi | depth 10 km |
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