M 4.8 - southeast of the Loyalty Islands

Name: M 4.8 - southeast of the Loyalty Islands
Start: 2024-01-20T13:50:57+00:00
Location: southeast of the Loyalty Islands

January 20, 2024 at 13:50:57 UTC

Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)

Key Takeaway

This light earthquake (M4.8) occurred 2 years ago near southeast of the Loyalty Islands, at a depth of 10.00 km (shallow).

M 4.8

Light

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	4.8 mb
Depth	10.00 km (Shallow)
Location	-23.2813S, 170.7423E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	354 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the magnitude of this earthquake?

This earthquake had a magnitude of 4.8, classified as "Light". Light earthquakes produce noticeable shaking but rarely cause damage.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface because the energy has less distance to travel before reaching buildings and infrastructure.

Where exactly did this earthquake occur?

This earthquake occurred near southeast of the Loyalty Islands, at coordinates -23.2813S, 170.7423E. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.

Were there aftershocks associated with this event?

Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.

What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake is classified as "Light" — these are commonly felt by people indoors but rarely cause any significant damage.

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