Update: Seismic activity on Aug. 19 – 5.1 magnitude earthquake close to Ende, Indonesia registered

Published Sep 6, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake shook near Ende around midday Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor jolted at 03:13 UTC (11:13 local time), with its epicenter about 64 km northwest of Ende and a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.2 but later downgraded to 5.1.

Did you feel it?

If you experienced the earthquake, you can submit a report through the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors past week

Over the last week, there have been five tremors of magnitude 5.5 or above centered nearby. The strongest, a 7.8 magnitude quake, was detected in the same region on Aug. 15.

The five largest quakes nearby from last week:

• 7.8, north-northwest of Ende on Aug. 14
• 6.1, north of Ende on Aug. 14
• 5.6, north-northwest of Ende on Aug. 14
• 5.5, north-northwest of Ende on Aug. 17
• 5.5, east-northeast of Ruteng on Aug. 14

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey