M4.8 earthquake: Ruteng, Indonesia
According to USGS, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near Ruteng, Indonesia on September 26, 2026. It was recorded at 03:39 AM GMT+8 at a depth of 14 km.
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Magnitude
M4.8
mb · Light
Depth
14 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
07:39:29 PM
September 25, 2026
Local time
03:39 AM
September 26, 2026 · GMT+8
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 43 km from Ruteng.
- Ruteng · 43 km N
- Ende · 151 km NW
- Raba · 185 km E
- Maumere · 201 km W
- Makassar · 361 km S
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 11 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.8 | 10 km | Ruteng, Indonesia · 56 km N | 15 km | USGS | |
| M4.7 | 10 km | Labuan Bajo, Indonesia · 53 km NNE | 35 km | USGS | |
| M4.9 | 10 km |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 454 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.1 earthquake on May 24, 1990.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the September 26, 2026 earthquake near Ruteng, Indonesia?
The earthquake occurred near Ruteng, Indonesia at 8.228° S, 120.430° E, at a depth of 14 km. The nearest town was Ruteng, about 43 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Ruteng, Indonesia?
USGS reported a magnitude of mb 4.8 (light). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Ruteng, Indonesia?
Since this earthquake, 11 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.