6.2
170 km SE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands
2026-03-06 14:27:48 UTC (2026-03-06)
green Alert— PAGER estimated impact level
Tsunami Warning Issued
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Earthquake Details
Magnitude
6.2 mww
Depth
10.0 km
Shallow
Location
-11.4700°N
163.0974°E
163.0974°E
Intensity (MMI)
4.2
Moderate
Technical Information
Event ID
us7000s2i2
Event Type
earthquake
Status
✓ Reviewed
Significance
591
Stations Used
99
Azimuthal Gap
25.0°
Min Station Distance
3.698°
RMS Residual
0.65 sec
Last Updated
2026-03-30 14:37:36 UTC
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 6.2 earthquakes are considered strong and can cause significant damage.
Shallow depth (10.0 km): Shallow earthquakes often cause more damage at the surface.
Be Prepared
Earthquakes can happen without warning. Make sure you know what to do.