M4.9 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.9 Earthquake near Lambu, Sanma (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2026-02-22 01:22:55 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 22, 2026 at 01:22 UTC, a magnitude M4.9 earthquake occurred near Lambu, Sanma (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 data is provided by GFZ and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.9

Depth

10.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-22 01:22:55 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

State

Sanma

City

Lambu

Village

Lambu

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-15.39000, 166.69000

Temperature

29.0°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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