Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.0 earthquake 87 km E of Wau, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 87 km E of Wau, Papua New Guinea at May 30, 2026, 22:45 UTC, at a depth of 73 km. The epicentre was 90 km (56 mi) SE of Lae.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | May 30, 2026, 22:45 UTC |
| Depth | 72.6 km |
| Coordinates | -7.351, 147.508 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | 25 km NE of Lae, Papua New Guinea | 97 km / 61 mi | depth 90 km | |
| 4.3 | 27 km NNE of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea | 91 km / 57 mi | depth 110 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.