M4.5 Earthquake 78 km S of Yulara, Australia — May 5, 2026
2026-05-05 00:16:51 UTC (3 hours ago) · approx. 9:16 AM UTC+9 local
On May 5, 2026 at 00:16 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 shallow crustal earthquake struck 78 km S of Yulara, Australia, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -25.9450°, 130.8724°. This earthquake was detected by 11 seismic stations with good 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
130.8724°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Yulara, Australia?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 78 km S of Yulara, Australia on May 5, 2026 at 00:16 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 -25.9450°, 130.8724°, which is 78 km S of Yulara, Australia.
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: us7000si9y). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 5, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 78 km S of Yulara, Australia — May 5, 2026. Retrieved May 5, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000si9y/