Update: Earthquake hits region near Lospalos, Timor Leste on Sept. 11 – 5.9 magnitude registered

Published Sep 11, 2026

A 5.9 magnitude quake jolted close to Lospalos on Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor, which shook the area at 11:56 UTC (20:56 local time), was centered roughly 253 km east-northeast of Lospalos. It occurred at a depth of 112 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form. The agency has so far received 6 reports via its online form from people who indicate they experienced weak shaking. Several residents reported feeling the quake in and around the Coonawarra area according to the USGS DYFI report.

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Source: The U.S. Geological Survey