Earthquakes Near Makassar, Indonesia 🇮🇩

M5,0

176 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 1 semaine, 1 jour il y a

270 km SE M4,8

86 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 jours, 23 heures il y a

317 km S M5,0

92 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 1 jour, 22 heures il y a

317 km SE M5,0

52 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia 1 semaine, 6 jours il y a

349 km S M5,1

50 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 semaines, 5 jours il y a

351 km S M4,5

31 km NNW of Komodo, Indonesia 2 semaines, 2 jours il y a

354 km S M4,6

83 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia 1 semaine, 1 jour il y a

355 km SE M4,3

45 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 semaines, 3 jours il y a

357 km S M4,8

43 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 5 jours, 16 heures il y a

363 km S M4,6

45 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 semaines il y a

373 km S M5,5

35 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 2 semaines, 5 jours il y a

373 km S M4,7

34 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 semaines il y a

375 km S M4,7

54 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia 2 semaines, 3 jours il y a

425 km SE M5,9

39 km WSW of Tambolaka, Indonesia 6 jours, 4 heures il y a

495 km S

M8,5

INDONESIA: SUMBAWA ISLAND: BIMA 1818

339 km SW M7,8

INDONESIA: FLORES REGION, MAUMERE, BABI 1992 · 2 500 casualties

460 km SE M7,6

INDONESIA: SULAWESI ISLAND 1938 · 17 casualties

466 km N M7,5

FLORES SEA 1836

360 km S M7,5

INDONESIA: SULAWESI: MAKASAR 1820 · 500 casualties

211 km S

How often do earthquakes occur near Makassar?

Makassar is located in Indonesia, which has a very high seismic risk classification. Earthquake frequency varies, but the QuakeFYI monitoring system tracks all M2.5+ events within 500 km of Makassar in real time.

What is the seismic risk level for Makassar?

The seismic risk for Makassar is classified as very high, based on the country-level seismic zone of Indonesia. With a population of 1,423,877, earthquake preparedness is an important consideration for residents.

What was the largest earthquake near Makassar?

The most significant historical earthquake near Makassar was a magnitude 8.5 event in 1818, approximately 339 km SW of the city. QuakeFYI tracks 5 significant historical events within 500 km.

Is Makassar near a fault line?

No major fault lines have been identified within 1,000 km of Makassar. This distance from known fault systems contributes to the region's seismic profile.

What should I do during an earthquake in Makassar?

During an earthquake, follow the Drop-Cover-Hold On protocol: drop to your hands and knees, take cover under sturdy furniture, and hold on until shaking stops. Move away from windows, exterior walls, and heavy objects. After the shaking stops, be prepared for aftershocks and check for injuries and hazards.