M4.6 earthquake

Vanuatu region

A magnitude 4.6 (light) earthquake struck Vanuatu region on August 8, 2026 at 10:56 AM UTC, at a depth of 10 km.

Magnitude

4.6 mb

Depth

10 km

When

August 8, 2026 at 10:56 AM UTC

Coordinates

-17.382°, 172.828°

Review status

reviewed

Source: U.S. Geological Survey. Details may be revised as the event is reviewed.