M 5.2 - 44 km NW of Finschhafen, Papua New Guinea

February 3, 2026 at 19:21:36 UTC

Depth: 66.67 km (Shallow)

M 5.2

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.2 mww
Depth66.67 km (Shallow)
Location-6.2328S, 147.6073E
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance416 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.2 mean?

A magnitude 5.2 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 66.67 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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