M4.6 Depth: 507.0 km

M4.6 Earthquake near Lau, Eastern (Fiji)

UTC time: 2026-02-02 21:25:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On February 2, 2026 at 21:25 UTC, a magnitude M4.6 earthquake occurred near Lau, Eastern (Fiji). The deep hypocenter at about 507 km dampens the shaking felt at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by GFZ.

Details

Magnitude

M4.6

Depth

507.0 km

UTC time

2026-02-02 21:25:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

State

Eastern

City

Lau

County

Lau

Source

gfz

Coordinates

-19.97000, -178.18000

Temperature

28.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

507 km

507 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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