Shallow M6.1 earthquake hits Flores, Indonesia

A shallow M6.1 earthquake was registered at 22:28 UTC on August 14, 2026, approximately 58 km (36 miles) north of Ende, Indonesia. The hypocenter was determined to be at a depth of 10.0 km (6.2 miles), according to USGS data.

The event was located in the Flores region of Indonesia, specifically at coordinates 121.6°E, 8.3°S. This area is tectonically active and lies near the boundary of the Sunda and Australian Plates, which is known for frequent seismicity. The closest city, Ende, is an important urban center on the island of Flores.

Critical infrastructure in this region may include local highways, small ports, and regional airports. Due to the proximity to populated areas and the main transportation links, monitoring for potential disruptions is essential.

There is no tsunami threat associated with this earthquake, based on its location and available data.

The maximum estimated intensity of shaking was VI, and the significance index is 572 (on a scale that runs through 1 000), based on magnitude and estimated impact.

Flores and the surrounding areas are known for high seismic activity as part of the Sunda Arc, where the Indo-Australian Plate is subducting beneath the Eurasian Plate, generating numerous strong earthquakes.

This information was last updated at 22:49 UTC on August 14, 2026.