Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.7 earthquake 103 km NW of Alotau, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 103 km NW of Alotau, Papua New Guinea at Feb 25, 2026, 17:44 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 198 km (123 mi) ESE of Popondetta.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.7 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Feb 25, 2026, 17:44 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -9.639, 149.806 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 108 km NW of Alotau, Papua New Guinea | 15 km / 9 mi | depth 10 km |
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