M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Manus (Papua New Guinea)

UTC time: 2026-05-08 21:18:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near Manus (Papua New Guinea) on May 8, 2026 at 21:18 UTC. With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-08 21:18:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Papua New Guinea

State

Manus

City

Manus

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-2.81440, 147.72970

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (85 km)

Regional average: 85 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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Karkar

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