M4.5 Depth: 46.1 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Yaru, Sandaun (Papua New Guinea)

UTC time: 2026-08-30 18:18:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Yaru, Sandaun (Papua New Guinea) on August 30, 2026 at 18:18 UTC. With a focal depth of about 46 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

46.1 km

UTC time

2026-08-30 18:18:50 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Papua New Guinea

State

Sandaun

City

Yaru

County

Telefomin District

Village

Yaru

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-3.85000, 141.77900

Temperature

15.8°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

46.1 km

46.1 km — shallower than the regional average (81.8 km)

Regional average: 81.8 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

Tectonic context

Located on the Woodlark Plate.

Near the boundary North Bismarck ↔ Woodlark · about 137 km away

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