Shallow M6.0 earthquake hits Timor Leste region
An earthquake measuring M6.0 was registered at 14:10 UTC on August 24, 2026, about 215 km (134 miles) north-northeast of Lospalos, Timor Leste. The event occurred at a depth of 10.0 km (6.2 miles), according to USGS data.
The coordinates for the epicenter are 127.5°E, 6.6°S, placing the quake offshore from Timor Leste, in the area northeast of Lospalos. This region lies in the broader vicinity of the Banda Sea and is characterized by sparsely populated islands and maritime routes.
Given the offshore location, potential nearby critical infrastructure includes regional shipping routes, minor ports, and undersea cables serving maritime and coastal communities of Timor Leste and nearby Indonesian islands.
There is no tsunami threat associated with this earthquake, based on its location and available data.
The maximum estimated intensity was IV. The significance index is 554 (on a scale that runs through 1 000), based on magnitude, felt reports, and estimated impact.
The Banda Sea region is tectonically active due to the complex interaction between the Australian and Eurasian plates, making it prone to significant seismic activity affecting nearby islands and coastal communities.
This information was last updated at 14:32 UTC on August 24, 2026.