M5.1 Earthquake 242 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste — January 12, 2026
2026-01-12 21:59:35 UTC (2026-01-12) · approx. 6:59 AM UTC+9 local
On January 12, 2026 at 21:59 UTC, a magnitude 5.1 intermediate depth earthquake struck 242 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste, at a depth of 124.2 km and coordinates -7.4335°, 128.9040°. This earthquake was detected by 103 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 400, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 674 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 2.0 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
128.9040°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.1 earthquake near Lospalos, Timor Leste?
The magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck 242 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste on January 12, 2026 at 21:59 UTC had a depth of 124.2 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -7.4335°, 128.9040°, which is 242 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.1 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks 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: us7000rp9r). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, January 12, 2026). M5.1 Earthquake 242 km ENE of Lospalos, Timor Leste — January 12, 2026. Retrieved May 7, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000rp9r/