M 7.0 - Fiji region

Name: M 7.0 - Fiji region
Start: 2022-11-12T07:09:13+00:00
Location: Fiji region

November 12, 2022 at 07:09:13 UTC

Depth: 579.00 km (Deep)

M 7.0

Major

Green

PAGER Alert

Yes

Tsunami

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	7.0 mww
Depth	579.00 km (Deep)
Location	-20.1112S, 178.3453W
Community Intensity	III (Weak)
Mercalli Intensity	III (Weak)
Felt Reports (DYFI)	5 people
Alert Level (PAGER)	Green — No fatalities or damage expected
Tsunami Warning	Yes
Significance	755 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 7 mean?

A magnitude 7 earthquake is classified as "Major". Major earthquakes can cause serious damage over large areas.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 579.00 km, classified as "Deep". Deep earthquakes are rarely felt at the surface.

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