6.4
Major

M 6.4 earthquake

49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea

Location
49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea
Magnitude
6.4
Depth
104.33 km
Time
20/09/2026, 09:17:35
2 hours ago
Coordinates
-5.9021, 146.0922

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  1. Solution reviewed by USGS

    USGS has completed its review of this event. The magnitude of M 6.4, depth of 104 km and epicentre are the reviewed values.

  2. M 6.4 earthquake recorded near 49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea

    A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck near 49 km NNE of Kainantu, Papua New Guinea at 104 km depth (-5.902, 146.092), reported by USGS.

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