M 5.0 - 50 km E of Lakatoro, Vanuatu

Name: M 5.0 - 50 km E of Lakatoro, Vanuatu
Start: 2026-02-23T03:12:34+00:00
Location: 50 km E of Lakatoro, Vanuatu

February 23, 2026 at 03:12:34 UTC

Depth: 186.82 km (Intermediate)

M 5.0

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.0 mb
Depth	186.82 km (Intermediate)
Location	-16.1840S, 167.8834E
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 186.82 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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