M4.8 Depth: 606.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Fiji Islands region (Fiji)

UTC time: 2025-12-15 07:43:58 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On December 15, 2025 at 07:43 UTC, a magnitude M4.8 earthquake occurred near Fiji Islands region (Fiji). At roughly 606 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

M4.8

Depth

606.0 km

UTC time

2025-12-15 07:43:58 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

City

Eastern

Source

isc

Coordinates

-20.71000, -178.48000

Temperature

25.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

606 km

606 km — close to the regional average (573.2 km)

Regional average: 573.2 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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