M4.6 Depth: 136.3 km

M4.6 Earthquake near 76 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu (Vanuatu)

UTC time: 2025-09-26 02:41:31 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.6 earthquake was recorded near 76 km NE of Norsup, Vanuatu (Vanuatu) on September 26, 2025 at 02:41 UTC. The earthquake originated at an intermediate depth of about 136 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

M4.6

Depth

136.3 km

UTC time

2025-09-26 02:41:31 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Vanuatu

City

Penama

Source

usgs

Coordinates

-15.57810, 167.90500

Temperature

27.6°C

Map

Depth profile

Intermediate

136.3 km

136.3 km — deeper than the regional average (112.7 km)

Regional average: 112.7 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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