M 5.2 Moderate Earthquake Detected Near Sinabang, Indonesia
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred 52 km south-southeast of Sinabang, Indonesia, on March 2, 2026. The shallow event was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers.
What Happened
A moderate magnitude 5.2 (mww) earthquake occurred on March 2, 2026, at 19:25:06 UTC. The seismic event was centered approximately 52 km south-southeast of Sinabang, Indonesia. The earthquake has been reviewed by seismologists at the USGS.
Location Details
The earthquake’s epicenter was recorded at coordinates 2.0328°N and 96.5387°E. The event occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers. In geological terms, this is classified as a shallow earthquake; shallow events (less than 20km deep) are typically felt more strongly at the surface than deeper seismic activity.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS data, there is no tsunami advisory or warning associated with this event (tsunami: 0). At the time of this report, no specific alert level color has been assigned, and there are no official felt reports recorded in the database.
What You Should Know
A magnitude 5.2 event is classified as a moderate earthquake. While earthquakes of this size can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings, they generally result in light damage to well-built structures. Residents in the vicinity should be aware of the potential for aftershocks, which are common following an event of this magnitude.
Source
Information and data for this report were provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice