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M 5.2 earthquake - 210 km WNW of Abepura, Indonesia
USGS reports a magnitude 5.2 earthquake located 210 km WNW of Abepura, Indonesia (coordinates -1.8561, 138.8882) at a depth of 10 km. Source published 2026-09-19T04:18:35.318Z.
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
- 3/10
- Global importance
- 5/10
- Impact magnitude
- 4/10
- Positivity
- 2/10
- Urgency
- 8/10
Why it matters
Earthquakes are hazardous events that can produce ground shaking and pose risks to people, infrastructure, and travelers in the affected region. This report provides geolocation and depth data useful for situational awareness and further monitoring.

