M5.1 earthquake

180 km SE of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 5.1 (moderate) earthquake struck 180 km SE of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea on August 20, 2026 at 6:25 PM UTC, at a depth of 35 km.

Magnitude

5.1 mb

Depth

35 km

When

August 20, 2026 at 6:25 PM UTC

Coordinates

-5.478°, 153.436°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.