M4.7
Depth:
35.0 km
M4.7 Earthquake near VANUATU (Vanuatu)
About this earthquake
On November 16, 2025 at 11:29 UTC, a magnitude M4.7 earthquake occurred near VANUATU (Vanuatu). With a focal depth of about 35 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.
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Depth profile
Shallow
35 km
35 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.
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