M2.5 Depth: 26.0 km

M2.5 Earthquake near Lauvou, Likisá (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-05-04 00:59:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 4, 2026 at 00:59 UTC, a magnitude M2.5 earthquake occurred near Lauvou, Likisá (Timor-Leste). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 26 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.5

Depth

26.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-04 00:59:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Likisá

City

Lauvou

County

Maubara

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.66000, 125.17000

Temperature

27.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

26 km

26 km — close to the regional average (24.3 km)

Regional average: 24.3 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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