M4.6 Earthquake 145 km WSW of Merizo Village, Guam — February 9, 2026
2026-02-09 07:06:43 UTC (2026-02-09) · approx. 5:06 PM UTC+10 local
On February 9, 2026 at 07:06 UTC, a magnitude 4.6 intermediate depth earthquake struck 145 km WSW of Merizo Village, Guam, at a depth of 196.0 km and coordinates 12.8957°, 143.3861°. This earthquake was detected by 124 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 326, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 120 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 899 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
143.3861°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.6 earthquake near Merizo Village, Guam?
The magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck 145 km WSW of Merizo Village, Guam on February 9, 2026 at 07:06 UTC had a depth of 196.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at 12.8957°, 143.3861°, which is 145 km WSW of Merizo Village, Guam.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.6 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000s7eg). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 9, 2026). M4.6 Earthquake 145 km WSW of Merizo Village, Guam — February 9, 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000s7eg/