Earthquake M5.2 — 124 km ESE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands
Ongoing alert in Solomon Islands — started August 23, 2026 at 8:12 AM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred approximately 124 km east-southeast of Kirakira in the Solomon Islands on 23 August 2026 at 08:12 UTC. The event was centred at a depth of about 120 km. This is a confirmed high-severity seismic event affecting an area within roughly 200 km of the epicentre.
If you are currently on site in the affected region, remain alert for aftershocks, which commonly follow earthquakes of this magnitude. Check your immediate surroundings for any structural damage or hazards. Listen for official emergency broadcasts and follow all instructions from local authorities and emergency services.
Take standard earthquake precautions: move away from unstable structures, avoid coastal areas where tsunami risk may exist, and ensure you have access to emergency supplies and communication. Contact your embassy or consulate if you need assistance. Follow guidance from the Solomon Islands National Disaster Management Office and local civil protection authorities.
Data from EMSC and USGS.
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 25, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Alert raisedHigh
August 23, 2026 at 8:25 AM
Affected areas
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