M3.9 Earthquake 79 km E of Nabire, Indonesia — January 29, 2026
2026-01-29 22:17:12 UTC (2026-01-29) · approx. 7:17 AM UTC+9 local
On January 29, 2026 at 22:17 UTC, a magnitude 3.9 shallow crustal earthquake struck 79 km E of Nabire, Indonesia, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -3.3751°, 136.2126°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 11 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 296 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
136.2126°E
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How strong was the magnitude 3.9 earthquake near Nabire, Indonesia?
The magnitude 3.9 earthquake that struck 79 km E of Nabire, Indonesia on January 29, 2026 at 22:17 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 3.9 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.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 3.9 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us6000s8zs). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, January 29, 2026). M3.9 Earthquake 79 km E of Nabire, Indonesia — January 29, 2026. Retrieved May 14, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us6000s8zs/