M4.3 Depth: 66.8 km

M4.3 Earthquake near 184 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu

UTC time: 2025-03-14 22:58:12 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 14, 2025 at 22:58 UTC, a magnitude M4.3 earthquake occurred near 184 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 67 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.3

Depth

66.8 km

UTC time

2025-03-14 22:58:12 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

usgs

Coordinates

-12.44770, 166.68060

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

66.8 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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