M2.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M2.8 Earthquake near Umaanaico, Baucau (Timor-Leste)

UTC time: 2026-07-02 07:20:46 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 2, 2026 at 07:20 UTC, a magnitude M2.8 earthquake occurred near Umaanaico, Baucau (Timor-Leste). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 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

M2.8

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-02 07:20:46 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Timor-Leste

State

Baucau

City

Umaanaico

County

Vemasse

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-8.60000, 126.32000

Temperature

28.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (24.1 km)

Regional average: 24.1 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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