M4.5 Depth: 570.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Lau, Eastern (Fiji)

UTC time: 2026-01-13 07:38:07 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Lau, Eastern (Fiji) on January 13, 2026 at 07:38 UTC. At roughly 570 km, the focus was very deep, so surface shaking tends to be weaker. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

570.0 km

UTC time

2026-01-13 07:38:07 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

State

Eastern

City

Lau

County

Lau

Source

isc

Coordinates

-18.00000, -178.09000

Temperature

26.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

570 km

570 km — close to the regional average (574.7 km)

Regional average: 574.7 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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