M5.1 earthquake: Lata, Solomon Islands
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck near Lata, Solomon Islands on October 2, 2026. It was recorded at 06:38 AM GMT+11 at a depth of 10 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M5.1
mww · Moderate
Depth
10 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
07:38:01 PM
October 1, 2026
Local time
06:38 AM
October 2, 2026 · GMT+11
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.9.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.9 | 10 km | Lata, Solomon Islands · 194 km SE | 24 km | USGS |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 840 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.8 earthquake on October 7, 2009.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 2, 2026 earthquake near Lata, Solomon Islands?
The earthquake occurred near Lata, Solomon Islands at 11.879° S, 166.987° E, at a depth of 10 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Lata, Solomon Islands?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 5.1 (moderate). 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 Lata, Solomon Islands?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.9.