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M4.8 Depth: 10.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near SOUTHEAST OF LOYALTY ISLANDS

UTC time: 2025-09-18 06:41:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near SOUTHEAST OF LOYALTY ISLANDS on September 18, 2025 at 06:41 UTC. 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 EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
10.0 km
UTC time
2025-09-18 06:41:28 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
emsc
Coordinates
-23.14720, 170.18430
Temperature
22.0°C

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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

  • Matthew Island
    Distance: 148 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 177 m ·Last eruption: 1956 ·France - claimed by Vanuatu
  • Hunter Island
    Distance: 209 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 297 m ·Last eruption: 1903 ·France - claimed by Vanuatu
  • Gemini-Oscostar
    Distance: 244 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: -33 m ·Last eruption: 1996 ·Vanuatu
  • Yasur
    Distance: 409 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 361 m ·Last eruption: 2026 ·Vanuatu
  • Traitor's Head
    Distance: 498 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 817 m ·Last eruption: 1881 ·Vanuatu

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