M 5.0 - 191 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu

Name: M 5.0 - 191 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu
Start: 2026-01-20T08:18:14+00:00
Location: 191 km NNW of Sola, Vanuatu

January 20, 2026 at 08:18:14 UTC

Depth: 35.00 km (Shallow)

M 5.0

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.0 mb
Depth	35.00 km (Shallow)
Location	-12.3334S, 166.7502E
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 35.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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