M4.5 earthquake — Fiji region
An magnitude 4.5 earthquake occurred Fiji region on Nov 7, 2026 at 15:05 UTC. The epicenter was at a depth of 572 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 | M4.5 |
|---|---|
| Depth | 571.9 km |
| Coordinates | -20.836, -178.712 |
| Time | Nov 7, 15:05 UTC |
| Location | Fiji region |
| USGS event ID | us7000twsp |
What this magnitude typically means
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Nearby recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Distance | Time (UTC) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M6.1 | 40 km | Nov 5, 17:21 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.6 | 215 km | Nov 4, 00:32 UTC | Fiji region |
| M4.3 | 297 km | Nov 2, 04:28 UTC | 240 km E of Levuka, Fiji |
Earthquake activity in this area
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Source: USGS earthquake catalog. Automated readings may be revised. Not for emergency use.