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M4.8 Depth: 598.4 km

M4.8 Earthquake near FIJI REGION

UTC time: 2025-12-27 22:11:47 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near FIJI REGION on December 27, 2025 at 22:11 UTC. At roughly 598 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 event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.8
Depth
598.4 km
UTC time
2025-12-27 22:11:47 UTC
Local time
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Country
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Source
emsc
Coordinates
-20.93460, -178.50780
Temperature
26.1°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 598.4 km (Deep) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 598.4 km
Deep
598.4 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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