Update: 5.1 magnitude earthquake registered close to Gizo, Solomon Islands on Sept. 14

Published Sep 19, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake struck near Gizo on Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The tremor hit the area at 16:15 UTC (03:15 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter about 147 km southeast of Gizo. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.2 but later downgraded to 5.1.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey