Update: Earthquake measuring 5.1 hits area near Kokopo, Papua New Guinea on Sept. 24

Published Oct 7, 2026

POMIO DISTRICT, East New Britain Province — A 5.1 magnitude quake occurred close to Kokopo on Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The tremor, which struck the region at 18:00 UTC (04:00 local time), was centered about 33 km south of Kokopo. It occurred at a depth of 101 km.

Did you feel it?

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

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey