M4.3 Depth: 53.1 km

M4.3 Earthquake near North Maluku (Indonesia)

UTC time: 2026-08-29 16:42:43 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near North Maluku (Indonesia) on August 29, 2026 at 16:42 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 53 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks. Indonesia: 49 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.3.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

53.1 km

UTC time

2026-08-29 16:42:43 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Indonesia

State

North Maluku

City

North Maluku

Source

usgs

Coordinates

1.81520, 126.60850

Temperature

26.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

53.1 km

53.1 km — deeper than the regional average (43.9 km)

Regional average: 43.9 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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