M4.3 earthquake — Fiji region
An magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred Fiji region on Aug 3, 2026 at 01:35 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 574 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 | M4.3 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 574.4 km |
| Coordinates | -19.230, -177.450 |
| Time | Aug 3, 01:35 UTC |
| Location | Fiji region |
| USGS event ID | us6000thps |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.5 | 4 km | Jul 31, 07:32 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.4 | 121 km | Aug 1, 22:29 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.9 | 248 km | Aug 3, 10:45 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.6 | 286 km | Aug 5, 20:59 UTC | 99 km WSW of Houma, Tonga |
Earthquake activity in this area
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.