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M4.6 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near south of the Fiji Islands

UTC time: 2025-03-12 21:52:02 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On March 12, 2025 at 21:52 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near south of the Fiji Islands. 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
M4.6
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-03-12 21:52:02 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usgs
Coordinates
-25.31780, -176.60090

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 10 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 10 km
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

  • Kermadec Arc at 24.8°S
    Distance: 71 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -385 m ·Tonga
  • Monowai
    Distance: 86 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -132 m ·Last eruption: 2014 ·New Zealand
  • Tofua Arc at 21.3°S
    Distance: 453 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -68 m ·Last eruption: 1932 ·Tonga
  • Raoul Island
    Distance: 458 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 516 m ·Last eruption: 2006 ·New Zealand
  • Tofua Arc at 21.1°S
    Distance: 472 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -65 m ·Tonga

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