Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 58 km SSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 58 km SSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands at Aug 26, 2026, 15:45 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 244 km (152 mi) SE of Malango.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 26, 2026, 15:45 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -10.925, 161.684 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 50 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands | 73 km / 45 mi | depth 83 km | |
| 5.6 | 100 km SE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands | 100 km / 62 mi | depth 17 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.