M4.9
Depth:
37.8 km
M4.9 Earthquake near Jayapura, Papua (Indonesia)
About this earthquake
On July 10, 2026 at 08:33 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Jayapura, Papua (Indonesia). With a focal depth of about 38 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 USGS. Indonesia: 58 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.9.
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Depth profile
Shallow
37.8 km
37.8 km — shallower than the regional average (49.7 km)
Regional average: 49.7 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 Woodlark ↔ Maoke · about 15 km away
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Stats (last 24h)
Global (24h)
615
Country (24h)
Indonesia
58
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