M4.7 Depth: 25.4 km

M4.7 Earthquake near VANUATU (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2025-05-11 17:38:36 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.7 earthquake was recorded near VANUATU (Vanuatu) on May 11, 2025 at 17:38 UTC. With a focal depth of about 25 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.7

Depth

25.4 km

UTC time

2025-05-11 17:38:36 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

City

Shefa

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-17.70430, 168.05260

Temperature

26.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

25.4 km

25.4 km — shallower than the regional average (111.2 km)

Regional average: 111.2 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

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