M2.9 Depth: 58.0 km

M2.9 Earthquake near Oé-Cussi-Ambeno, Oecussi-Ambeno (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-06-19 03:37:54 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M2.9 earthquake was recorded near Oé-Cussi-Ambeno, Oecussi-Ambeno (Timor-Leste) on June 19, 2026 at 03:37 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 58 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M2.9

Depth

58.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-19 03:37:54 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Oecussi-Ambeno

City

Oé-Cussi-Ambeno

County

Oé-Cussi-Ambeno

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-9.20000, 124.20000

Temperature

24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

58 km

58 km — deeper than 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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