4.9Light
M 4.9 - 98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands
98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands
March 26, 2026 at 6:25 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M4.9
Light
Depth
86.7 km
below surface
Coordinates
7.5584ยฐS, 156.1295ยฐE
epicenter
About This Earthquake
This was a light earthquake registering M4.9 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands at a depth of 86.7 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 26, 2026 at 6:25 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7n0.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands earthquake?
This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.
Where was the 98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 98 km NW of Gizo, Solomon Islands at a depth of 86.7 km.