M5.4 earthquake

22 km SSW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea

A magnitude 5.4 (moderate) earthquake struck 22 km SSW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea on August 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC, at a depth of 35 km.

Magnitude

5.4 mww

Depth

35 km

When

August 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC

Coordinates

-6.383°, 149.452°

Review status

reviewed

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