M4.1 Depth: 603.4 km

M4.1 Earthquake near 249 km E of Levuka, Fiji (Fiji)

UTC time: 2025-12-01 17:25:38 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 1, 2025 at 17:25 UTC, a magnitude M4.1 earthquake occurred near 249 km E of Levuka, Fiji (Fiji). The deep hypocenter at about 603 km dampens the shaking felt at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

603.4 km

UTC time

2025-12-01 17:25:38 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

City

Eastern

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-17.93790, -178.33360

Temperature

25.7°C

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Depth profile

Deep

603.4 km

603.4 km — close to the regional average (573.2 km)

Regional average: 573.2 km

Why depth matters

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

Depth classes per USGS

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