M4.9 earthquake — 243 km E of Levuka, Fiji
An magnitude 4.9 earthquake occurred 243 km E of Levuka, Fiji on Sep 6, 2026 at 21:08 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 593 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 | 592.8 km |
| Coordinates | -17.890, -178.389 |
| Time | Sep 6, 21:08 UTC |
| Location | 243 km E of Levuka, Fiji |
| USGS event ID | us7000tert |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.6 | 58 km | Sep 3, 00:09 UTC | 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji |
| M5.0 | 138 km | Sep 3, 18:31 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.8 | 283 km | Sep 1, 01:29 UTC | 292 km WNW of Houma, Tonga |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.