M 5.0 - 110 km SE of Lata, Solomon Islands

Name: M 5.0 - 110 km SE of Lata, Solomon Islands
Start: 2023-12-30T15:00:11+00:00
Location: 110 km SE of Lata, Solomon Islands

December 30, 2023 at 15:00:11 UTC

Depth: 155.60 km (Intermediate)

M 5.0

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.0 mww
Depth	155.60 km (Intermediate)
Location	-11.5203S, 166.4150E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	385 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5 mean?

A magnitude 5 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 155.60 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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