Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes Indonesia
On August 31, 2026, at 08:03:28 UTC, an earthquake of magnitude 5.5 occurred in Indonesia at a depth of 10 km. According to the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS), the earthquake potentially affected 9,000 people in areas experiencing Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) VI, which indicates strong shaking. The event is being monitored for potential impacts, though no specific damage or casualties have been reported yet.
What we know
An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 occurred on 31 August 2026 at 08:03 UTC.
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Approximately 9,000 people are potentially affected in areas with MMI VI intensity.
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The earthquake had a depth of 10 km.
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The earthquake occurred in Indonesia.
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A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Indonesia on August 31, 2026, at 08:03 UTC, with a depth of 10 km, potentially affecting 9,000 people in areas of high intensity (MMI VI).
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