First published Oct 18, 2026, 8:36:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 18, 2026, 8:36:15 AM UTC

M 5.2 earthquake - 55 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reports a magnitude 5.2 earthquake 55 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia, at a depth of 10 km. The reported coordinates are -8.1449, 120.2734, and the USGS tsunami flag is 0.

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Affected location: 55 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia
Magnitude 5.2
Depth 10 km

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