M4.2 earthquake — 249 km N of Likisá, Timor Leste
An magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred 249 km N of Likisá, Timor Leste on Sep 19, 2026 at 21:44 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 542 km — a deep earthquake. Deep quakes can be felt over very large distances but usually cause less surface damage than shallow ones.
Event data
| Magnitude | M4.2 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 542.1 km |
| Coordinates | -6.368, 124.923 |
| Time | Sep 19, 21:44 UTC |
| Location | 249 km N of Likisá, Timor Leste |
| USGS event ID | us7000tilu |
What this magnitude typically means
Light earthquakes are felt by most people nearby but rarely cause damage. Distance, depth, and soil type determine whether a quake feels sharp or barely noticeable. Tremor does not compute a single local shaking figure here, because how strong a quake feels at any address depends on distance, depth and local geology — open the interactive globe to explore the ShakeMap and estimated intensity.
Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.