M4.9 earthquake — 237 km E of Levuka, Fiji
An magnitude 4.9 earthquake occurred 237 km E of Levuka, Fiji on Aug 9, 2026 at 01:09 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 589 km — a deep earthquake. Deep quakes can be felt over very large distances but usually cause less surface damage than shallow ones.
Event data
| Magnitude | M4.9 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 589.1 km |
| Coordinates | -17.848, -178.453 |
| Time | Aug 9, 01:09 UTC |
| Location | 237 km E of Levuka, Fiji |
| USGS event ID | us6000tjc4 |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.8 | 289 km | Sep 1, 01:29 UTC | 292 km WNW of Houma, Tonga |
| M4.9 | 293 km | Aug 27, 23:02 UTC | 264 km WNW of Houma, Tonga |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.