Earthquakes Near Makassar, Indonesia 🇮🇩

M4.5

71 km NNE of Labuan Bajo, Indonesia 2 days, 14 hours ago

324 km S M4.7

80 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 hours, 43 minutes ago

324 km S M5.2

81 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 2 days, 3 hours ago

326 km S M4.7

76 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 days, 20 hours ago

327 km S M4.9

77 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 2 days, 21 hours ago

328 km S M5.1

81 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 days, 3 hours ago

328 km S M5.4

75 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 2 days, 3 hours ago

328 km S M5.5

76 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 days, 7 hours ago

335 km S M5.0

81 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 days ago

339 km SE M4.5

63 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 3 days, 17 hours ago

342 km S M4.9

62 km N of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 days, 12 hours ago

344 km S M5.5

49 km NE of Labuan Bajo, Indonesia 4 days, 15 hours ago

345 km S M5.1

71 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 days, 13 hours ago

347 km SE M5.1

71 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 days, 6 hours ago

355 km SE M5.1

39 km NNW of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 days, 3 hours ago

362 km S M4.7

46 km NNE of Ruteng, Indonesia 4 days, 7 hours ago

369 km S M4.9

90 km NE of Ruteng, Indonesia 2 days, 10 hours ago

375 km SE M4.5

75 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia 4 days, 12 hours ago

404 km SE M5.1

71 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia 4 days, 7 hours ago

407 km SE M5.2

70 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia 2 days, 10 hours ago

408 km SE

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.