M5.4 intermediate-depth earthquake — NEW BRITAIN REGION, P.N.G.

Date/Time (UTC): Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:23:27 GMT

Magnitude: 5.4 — moderate — can cause significant damage in populated areas

Depth: 53 km (intermediate-depth)

Coordinates: -5.4556°N, 151.8615°E

Data source: European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) — Global / Europe

Intermediate-depth earthquakes (30–100km) are felt over a wider area but with less intensity at the surface compared to shallow events.

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Source URL: https://quakenear.me/earthquake/emsc_20260228_0000084