M 5.1 - 132 km ENE of Masohi, Indonesia

Name: M 5.1 - 132 km ENE of Masohi, Indonesia
Start: 2026-03-06T15:27:47+00:00
Location: 132 km ENE of Masohi, Indonesia

March 6, 2026 at 15:27:47 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.1

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.1 mb
Depth	10.00 km (Shallow)
Location	-3.0251S, 130.1319E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	400 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.1 mean?

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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