Update: Earthquake of 5.2 magnitude detected close to Pagar Alam, Indonesia on Aug. 9

Published Aug 23, 2026

A 5.2 magnitude quake struck near Pagar Alam on Sunday night, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

A tremor jolted the area at 15:15 UTC (22:15 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was approximately 201 km south-southwest of Pagar Alam and occurred at a depth of 35 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 5.3 event, but later downgraded it to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the quake, you can submit a report via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey