Moderate M 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Near Masohi, Indonesia
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A 5.1 magnitude earthquake occurred 132 km east-northeast of Masohi, Indonesia, at a shallow depth of 10 km. No tsunami advisory was issued.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Indonesia. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 (mb) was recorded on March 6, 2026, at 15:27:47 UTC. The seismic event was centered approximately 132 km east-northeast of Masohi, Indonesia. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake originated at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers.
Location Details
The earthquake's epicenter was located at coordinates 3.0251°S and 130.1319°E. The recorded depth of 10 km is classified as shallow; shallow earthquakes (those occurring at depths less than 20 km) are typically felt more distinctly at the surface than deeper events of a similar magnitude.
Impact Assessment
At this time, there is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect following this event. The USGS has not issued a specific alert level color, and there are currently no community-contributed felt reports associated with this earthquake.
What You Should Know
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake is considered a "moderate" event. While earthquakes of this size can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings, they generally result in light to no damage in well-engineered structures. Residents in the vicinity should be prepared for the possibility of aftershocks, which are routine following seismic activity of this magnitude.
Source
Information for this report was provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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