M4.8 Depth: 568.9 km

M4.8 Earthquake near Lau, Eastern (Fiji)

UTC time: 2026-08-13 18:03:27 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.8 earthquake was recorded near Lau, Eastern (Fiji) on August 13, 2026 at 18:03 UTC. At roughly 569 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

568.9 km

UTC time

2026-08-13 18:03:27 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Fiji

State

Eastern

City

Lau

County

Lau

Source

emsc

Coordinates

-18.10400, -179.82900

Temperature

23.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Deep

568.9 km

568.9 km — close to the regional average (575 km)

Regional average: 575 km

Why depth matters

Deep quakes are felt over very large areas but rarely cause surface damage.

Depth classes per USGS

Tectonic context

Located on the Australia Plate.

Near the boundary Balmoral Reef ↔ Australia · about 274 km away

Volcanoes nearby

Taveuni

Distance: 141 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 1'241 m ·Last eruption: 1550 ·Fiji
Lobster

Distance: 487 km ·Shield ·Elevation: -1'500 m ·Tonga

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