M4.8 Depth: 85.1 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Sanma (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2026-03-30 19:50:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Sanma (Vanuatu) on March 30, 2026 at 19:50 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 85 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by EMSC and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

85.1 km

UTC time

2026-03-30 19:50:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

State

Sanma

City

Sanma

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-14.69790, 167.20920

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

85.1 km

85.1 km — shallower than the regional average (111.6 km)

Regional average: 111.6 km

Why depth matters

Intermediate-depth quakes are felt across a wider area but usually cause less surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

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