M4.5 Depth: 157.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near Sanma (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2026-06-12 01:53:41 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near Sanma (Vanuatu) on June 12, 2026 at 01:53 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 157 km. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

157.0 km

UTC time

2026-06-12 01:53:41 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

State

Sanma

City

Sanma

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-15.00830, 167.40270

Temperature

26.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

157 km

157 km — deeper 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

Volcanoes nearby

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Distance: 135 km ·Complex ·Elevation: 921 m ·Last eruption: 1966 ·Vanuatu
Motlav

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Ambrym

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Lopevi

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