M4.4 Depth: 602.8 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 244 km E of Levuka, Fiji (Fiji)

UTC time: 2025-06-20 16:31:03 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On June 20, 2025 at 16:31 UTC, a magnitude M4.4 earthquake occurred near 244 km E of Levuka, Fiji (Fiji). The deep hypocenter at about 603 km dampens the shaking felt at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

602.8 km

UTC time

2025-06-20 16:31:03 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

City

Eastern

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-17.91050, -178.38010

Temperature

26.4°C

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Depth profile

Deep

602.8 km

602.8 km — close to the regional average (575.3 km)

Regional average: 575.3 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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