Earthquake 46 km SE of Buala, Solomon Islands (5.1 mb) (2025-08-04 03:54:13 UTC)
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck on 46 km SE of Buala, Solomon Islands, at 2025-08-04 03:54:13 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 46 km SE of Buala, Solomon Islands
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (mb)
5.1
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us6000qxzt
Nearest Places
- Mboko Point / 2.34 km
- Lokiha / 3.15 km
- Jaghi Island / 4.84 km
- Mbeombegho Point / 4.87 km
- Lageba / 5 km
Comment
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Depth: 10.00 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)