M4.2 Depth: 43.0 km

M4.2 Earthquake near Sulawesi Utara (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2026-05-12 23:10:11 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 12, 2026 at 23:10 UTC, a magnitude M4.2 earthquake occurred near Sulawesi Utara (Indonesia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 43 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC. Indonesia: 180 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M6.9.

Details

Magnitude

M4.2

Depth

43.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-12 23:10:11 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

State

Sulawesi Utara

City

Sulawesi Utara

Source

emsc

Coordinates

4.66000, 126.49000

Temperature

29.1°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

43 km

43 km — close to the regional average (49.8 km)

Regional average: 49.8 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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