M4.4 Depth: 601.0 km

M4.4 Earthquake near FIJI REGION (Fiji)

UTC time: 2025-05-23 20:32:30 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.4 earthquake was recorded near FIJI REGION (Fiji) on May 23, 2025 at 20:32 UTC. At roughly 601 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.

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

Details

Magnitude

M4.4

Depth

601.0 km

UTC time

2025-05-23 20:32:30 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

City

Eastern

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-20.74190, -178.66890

Temperature

24.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

601 km

601 km — close to the regional average (575.3 km)

Regional average: 575.3 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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