Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.4 earthquake 18 km NE of Lae, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck 18 km NE of Lae, Papua New Guinea at May 23, 2026, 03:51 UTC, at a depth of 83 km. The epicentre was 18 km (11 mi) NE of Lae.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.4 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | May 23, 2026, 03:51 UTC |
| Depth | 82.6 km |
| Coordinates | -6.607, 147.112 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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