M4.8 Depth: 193.0 km

M4.8 Earthquake near 79 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2025-08-19 21:27:39 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near 79 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu (Vanuatu) on August 19, 2025 at 21:27 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 193 km. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

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

Details

Magnitude

M4.8

Depth

193.0 km

UTC time

2025-08-19 21:27:39 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

City

Torba

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-13.21060, 167.26470

Temperature

27.5°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

193 km

193 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

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