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M 4.6 earthquake - 223 km W of Tual, Indonesia

USGS reports a magnitude 4.6 earthquake located 223 km west of Tual, Indonesia (coords -5.6852, 130.7378) at a depth of 73.566 km. Published 2026-09-17T20:23:46.165Z.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
4/10

Why it matters

Earthquakes can pose local hazards (shaking, aftershocks). This event is moderate in magnitude, relatively deep, and offshore, so significant damage or tsunami risk is unlikely but local authorities, residents, and travelers in the region may notice shaking and should remain aware of official advisories.

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