M4.5 Depth: 225.0 km

M4.5 Earthquake near VANUATU (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2025-09-29 12:21:57 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.5 earthquake was recorded near VANUATU (Vanuatu) on September 29, 2025 at 12:21 UTC. At around 225 km, the focal depth places this among intermediate-depth events. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

225.0 km

UTC time

2025-09-29 12:21:57 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

City

Torba

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-13.60930, 167.12700

Temperature

26.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

225 km

225 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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