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A 5.7-magnitude earthquake hit the Bismarck Sea near Papua New Guinea on Feb. 21, 2026, causing weak shaking but no damage or injuries.
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Bismarck Sea near Madang, Papua New Guinea, on February 21, 2026, at 4:18 pm local time, with a depth of 72 km.
Initial reports varied, with magnitudes ranging from 5.9 to 6.1, later revised to 5.7.
The USGS estimated over 3.6 million people felt the quake, mostly experiencing weak to light shaking, with no significant damage or injuries reported.
The deep focus reduced surface impact despite the strength.
The region lies in a seismically active zone, and no tsunami warnings were issued.
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Un terremoto de magnitud 5.7 azotó el Mar de Bismarck cerca de Papúa Nueva Guinea el 21 de febrero de 2026, causando temblores débiles pero sin daños ni heridos.