M 4.6 Light Earthquake Strikes Near Kandrian, Papua New Guinea
A light 4.6 magnitude earthquake occurred 51 km north of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea, at a depth of 128.4 km on February 11, 2026.
What Happened
A magnitude 4.6 (mb) earthquake occurred on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 11:00:29 UTC. The seismic event was recorded at a depth of 128.4 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered approximately 51 km north of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea. The precise coordinates were recorded at 5.7435°S latitude and 149.4876°E longitude. With a depth of 128.4 km, this is classified as a deep earthquake, as it originated more than 70 km below the Earth’s surface. Deep earthquakes are generally less likely to cause significant surface damage compared to shallow events.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS, there are currently no felt reports associated with this event. No tsunami advisory, watch, or warning has been issued (tsunami: 0). No specific alert level color was assigned to this event in the source data.
What You Should Know
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake is categorized as a “light” earthquake. While shaking may be noticeable to those near the epicenter, these events typically cause little to no damage to infrastructure. Residents should remain aware of the possibility of aftershocks. In the event of further shaking, safety officials recommend the “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” protocol.
Source
Data and attribution provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Source: USGS Official Notice