M6.4 earthquake

49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 6.4 (strong) earthquake struck 49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea on September 20, 2026 at 9:17 AM UTC, at a depth of 104 km. 30 people reported feeling it.

Magnitude

6.4 mww

Depth

104 km

When

September 20, 2026 at 9:17 AM UTC

Coordinates

-5.902°, 146.092°

Felt reports

30

Review status

reviewed

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