Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.0 earthquake 136 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 136 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands at Sep 14, 2026, 16:15 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 243 km (151 mi) WNW of Nggosi.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 14, 2026, 16:15 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -8.931, 157.766 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.1 | 159 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 28 km / 17 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.3 | 136 km ESE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 32 km / 20 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.8 | 167 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 37 km / 23 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.