M3.4 Depth: 7.0 km

M3.4 Earthquake near Manu Amang, Bobonaru (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-05-06 11:22:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 6, 2026 at 11:22 UTC, a magnitude M3.4 earthquake occurred near Manu Amang, Bobonaru (Timor-Leste). With a focal depth of about 7 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.4

Depth

7.0 km

UTC time

2026-05-06 11:22:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Bobonaru

City

Manu Amang

County

Maliana

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.96000, 125.12000

Temperature

25.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

7 km

7 km — shallower 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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