M4.5 Earthquake 116 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands — February 21, 2026
2026-02-21 18:59:33 UTC (2026-02-21) · approx. 5:59 AM UTC+11 local
On February 21, 2026 at 18:59 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 shallow crustal earthquake struck 116 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -11.3695°, 162.4464°. This earthquake was detected by 22 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
162.4464°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Kirakira, Solomon Islands?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 116 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands on February 21, 2026 at 18:59 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -11.3695°, 162.4464°, which is 116 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 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: us7000s2jz). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 21, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 116 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands — February 21, 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000s2jz/