M4.6 earthquake — 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji
An magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji on Sep 3, 2026 at 00:09 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 581 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 | M4.6 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 581.4 km |
| Coordinates | -17.474, -178.058 |
| Time | Sep 3, 00:09 UTC |
| Location | 285 km ENE of Levuka, Fiji |
| USGS event ID | us7000tdt3 |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.3 | 271 km | Aug 29, 00:09 UTC | 213 km WSW of Hihifo, Tonga |
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.