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M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near southeast of the Loyalty Islands

UTC time: 2026-07-13 19:48:33 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 13, 2026 at 19:48 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near southeast of the Loyalty Islands. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 10 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. 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
10.0 km
UTC time
2026-07-13 19:48:33 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-23.07770, 171.54410
Temperature
21.3°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
Shallow
10 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Tectonic context

Located on the New Hebrides Plate.
Near the boundary New Hebrides ↔ Australia · about 4 km away

Volcanoes nearby

  • Matthew Island
    Distance: 86 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 177 m ·Last eruption: 1956 ·France - claimed by Vanuatu
  • Hunter Island
    Distance: 91 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 297 m ·Last eruption: 1903 ·France - claimed by Vanuatu
  • Gemini-Oscostar
    Distance: 277 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -33 m ·Last eruption: 1996 ·Vanuatu
  • Yasur
    Distance: 450 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 361 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Vanuatu

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