M4.3 Depth: 585.8 km

M4.3 Earthquake near Lau, Eastern (Fiji)

UTC time: 2026-02-08 02:45:56 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.3 earthquake was recorded near Lau, Eastern (Fiji) on February 8, 2026 at 02:45 UTC. The deep hypocenter at about 586 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

585.8 km

UTC time

2026-02-08 02:45:56 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

State

Eastern

City

Lau

County

Lau

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-20.69170, -178.55680

Temperature

27.8°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

585.8 km

585.8 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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