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M4.9 Depth: 40.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near SOUTH OF FIJI ISLANDS

UTC time: 2025-12-09 11:15:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.9 earthquake was recorded near SOUTH OF FIJI ISLANDS on December 9, 2025 at 11:15 UTC. With a focal depth of about 40 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
M4.9
Depth
40.0 km
UTC time
2025-12-09 11:15:14 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-26.95460, -176.32790
Temperature
23.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 40 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 40 km
Shallow
40 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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    Distance: 418 km ·Caldera ·Elevation: 238 m ·Last eruption: -4360 ·New Zealand
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    Distance: 454 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 47 m ·New Zealand

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