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M4.8 Depth: 574.8 km

M4.8 Earthquake near south of the Fiji Islands

UTC time: 2025-02-20 17:24:50 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 20, 2025 at 17:24 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near south of the Fiji Islands. At roughly 575 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
574.8 km
UTC time
2025-02-20 17:24:50 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-22.47020, 179.31240

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 574.8 km (Deep) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 574.8 km
Deep
574.8 km
Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Nabukelevu
    Distance: 398 km ·Lava dome(s) ·Elevation: 791 m ·Last eruption: 1660 ·Fiji

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