Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.4 earthquake 60 km NE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck 60 km NE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea at Sep 20, 2026, 12:45 UTC, at a depth of 109 km. The epicentre was 90 km (56 mi) SE of Madang. 7 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.4 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 20, 2026, 12:45 UTC |
| Depth | 109.1 km |
| Coordinates | -5.889, 146.244 |
| Felt reports | 7 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 31 km SE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea | 72 km / 45 mi | depth 124 km | |
| 6.4 | 50 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea | 15 km / 9 mi | depth 113 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.