Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.2 earthquake 101 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu
A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck 101 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu at Oct 9, 2026, 13:51 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 246 km (153 mi) N of Port-Vila.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.2 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 9, 2026, 13:51 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -15.531, 168.162 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | 115 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 15 km / 9 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.8 | 110 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 10 km / 6 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.6 | 105 km ENE of Port-Olry, Vanuatu | 89 km / 55 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.5 | 128 km ENE of Norsup, Vanuatu | 29 km / 18 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.