M4.4 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near 68 km WNW of Port-Vila, Vanuatu

UTC time: 2025-02-10 06:59:52 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near 68 km WNW of Port-Vila, Vanuatu on February 10, 2025 at 06:59 UTC. 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

M4.4

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2025-02-10 06:59:52 UTC

Local time

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Country

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Source

usgs

Coordinates

-17.47560, 167.72740

Map

Depth profile

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

Volcanoes nearby

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Lopevi

Distance: 126 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 1'413 m ·Last eruption: 2007 ·Vanuatu
Ambrym

Distance: 143 km ·Shield(pyroclastic) ·Elevation: 1'334 m ·Last eruption: 2024 ·Vanuatu
Traitor's Head

Distance: 214 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 817 m ·Last eruption: 1881 ·Vanuatu

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