M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near SANTA CRUZ ISLANDS (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2025-11-08 16:05:51 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 8, 2025 at 16:05 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near SANTA CRUZ ISLANDS (Vanuatu). With a focal depth of about 10 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly 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

M4.6

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-11-08 16:05:51 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

City

Torba

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-13.02250, 166.89530

Temperature

26.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

10 km

10 km — shallower than the regional average (111.6 km)

Regional average: 111.6 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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