4.5
111 km WNW of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
2026-03-17 04:38:53 UTC (2026-03-17)
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Earthquake Details
Magnitude
4.5 mb
Depth
450.0 km
Deep
Location
-3.6874°N
151.3007°E
151.3007°E
Technical Information
Event ID
us6000sgrw
Event Type
earthquake
Status
✓ Reviewed
Significance
312
Stations Used
38
Azimuthal Gap
70.0°
Min Station Distance
0.996°
RMS Residual
0.95 sec
Last Updated
2026-03-17 04:58:58 UTC
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 4.5 earthquakes are often felt but rarely cause damage.
Deep depth (450.0 km): Deep earthquakes are less likely to cause surface damage.
Be Prepared
Earthquakes can happen without warning. Make sure you know what to do.