M5.70 Earthquake – 125 km NNE of Palu, Indonesia

15 August 2026, 16:25 UTC · 1 month ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 5.70 earthquake struck 125 km NNE of Palu, Indonesia on 15 August 2026, 16:25 UTC, at a depth of 72.5 km. This was a moderate earthquake often felt widely, with possible minor damage.

Magnitude
5.70 (mww)
Location
125 km NNE of Palu, Indonesia
Date & time
15 August 2026, 16:25 UTC
Coordinates
0.1542, 120.2573
Depth
72.50 km
Felt reports
3 (USGS "Did You Feel It?")
PAGER alert
Green
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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