Magnitude
M3.0
- Depth
- 4.0 km
- Source
- EMSC
KEPULAUAN SANGIHE, INDONESIA
KEPULAUAN SANGIHE, INDONESIA
On April 5, 2026 at 00:04 UTC, a magnitude M3.0 earthquake occurred near KEPULAUAN SANGIHE, INDONESIA. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 4 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.
The event was recorded by EMSC.
Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.
Depth classes per USGS