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M3.7 Depth: 116.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Amanab District, Sandaun (Papua New Guinea)

UTC time: 2026-02-02 16:18:06 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 2, 2026 at 16:18 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Amanab District, Sandaun (Papua New Guinea). The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 116 km. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 116 km (Intermediate) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 116 km
Intermediate
116 km
116 km — deeper than the regional average (81.9 km)
Regional average: 81.9 km
Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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