M5.0 earthquake

87 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck 87 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu on August 20, 2026 at 12:20 AM UTC, at a depth of 73 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mb

Depth

73 km

When

August 20, 2026 at 12:20 AM UTC

Coordinates

-20.324°, 169.151°

Review status

reviewed

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