Earthquake 72 km NE of Sola, Vanuatu (4.3 mb) (2025-05-09 12:37:24 UTC)
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck on 72 km NE of Sola, Vanuatu, at 2025-05-09 12:37:24 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 72 km NE of Sola, Vanuatu
Recommendation
Strong Earthquake
Strong Earthquake
Action
Moderate shaking can cause damage to weak structures.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Stay away from windows and heavy furniture. Outdoors: Move to an open space. If in a car: Pull over and stop in a safe area.
Magnitudo (mb)
4.3
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000py8a
Nearest Places
- Vot Tande Island / 32.14 km
- Pointe Vetvaye / 41.91 km
- Telvit / 42.36 km
- Telvit School / 42.39 km
- Demsas 2 / 42.69 km
Comment
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Depth: 200.21 km
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