M5.4 earthquake

68 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 5.4 (moderate) earthquake struck 68 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea on September 20, 2026 at 12:45 PM UTC, at a depth of 116 km. 7 people reported feeling it.

Magnitude

5.4 mww

Depth

116 km

When

September 20, 2026 at 12:45 PM UTC

Coordinates

-5.771°, 146.204°

Felt reports

7

Review status

reviewed

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