5.4Moderate
M 5.4 - 130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea
130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea
February 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M5.4
Moderate
Depth
52.4 km
below surface
Coordinates
5.4630ยฐS, 151.8942ยฐE
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
4.3
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.4 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea at a depth of 52.4 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on February 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s106.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 130 km SSW of Kokopo, Papua New Guinea at a depth of 52.4 km.