5.3Moderate

M 5.3 - 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia

66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia

March 7, 2026 at 2:55 AM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M5.3
Moderate
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
1.6563ยฐN, 128.6057ยฐE
epicenter
Shakemap MMI
5.5
Modified Mercalli Intensity

About This Earthquake

This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.3 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.

The earthquake occurred on March 7, 2026 at 2:55 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s2m9.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia earthquake?

This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.

Where was the 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia at a depth of 10.0 km.

M5.3 Moderate Earthquake - 66 km E of Tobelo, Indonesia | USGS