Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 73 km ESE of Lakatoro, Vanuatu
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 73 km ESE of Lakatoro, Vanuatu at Sep 29, 2026, 15:20 UTC, at a depth of 197 km. The epicentre was 153 km (95 mi) N of Port-Vila.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 29, 2026, 15:20 UTC |
| Depth | 197.5 km |
| Coordinates | -16.382, 168.041 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 110 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 99 km / 62 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 5.2 | 101 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 95 km / 59 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 6.3 | 102 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 95 km / 59 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.