Update: Seismic activity on Sept. 8 – 5.2 magnitude earthquake near Ruteng, Indonesia detected

Published Oct 1, 2026

A 5.2 magnitude quake occurred near Ruteng on Tuesday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 15:36 UTC (23:36 local time). The epicenter was roughly 118 km north-northeast of Ruteng, at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you noticed the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Tremors past week

Over the last week, there have been four quakes of magnitude 2.5 or above centered nearby. The biggest, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake, hit in the same area prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey