M5.0 earthquake

84 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu

A magnitude 5.0 (moderate) earthquake struck 84 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu on August 20, 2026 at 12:20 AM UTC, at a depth of 70 km.

Magnitude

5.0 mb

Depth

70 km

When

August 20, 2026 at 12:20 AM UTC

Coordinates

-20.299°, 169.233°

Review status

reviewed

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