Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.1 earthquake 125 km WSW of Buala, Solomon Islands
A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck 125 km WSW of Buala, Solomon Islands at Sep 8, 2026, 18:55 UTC, at a depth of 134 km. The epicentre was 194 km (121 mi) NW of Nggosi.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.1 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 8, 2026, 18:55 UTC |
| Depth | 133.6 km |
| Coordinates | -8.413, 158.487 |
| 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 | 77 km / 48 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.3 | 136 km ESE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 68 km / 43 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.8 | 167 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 73 km / 45 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 5.0 | 136 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 98 km / 61 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.4 | 166 km SE of Gizo, Solomon Islands | 84 km / 52 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.