Earthquake 35 km SW of Sola, Vanuatu (4.7 mb) (2025-05-18 19:59:06 UTC)

1747598346

-14.0896, 167.3017

191.34 KM

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 35 km SW of Sola, Vanuatu, at 2025-05-18 19:59:06 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 35 km SW of Sola, Vanuatu

Recommendation
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.

Earthquake 35 km SW of Sola, Vanuatu (4.7 mb) (2025-05-18 19:59:06 UTC)

Magnitudo (mb)

4.7

Confirmed
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_us7000q02c

Nearest Places

Pointe Vatlis / 18.8 km
Mésabolo / 20.03 km
Velvel Point / 20.16 km
Onlep / 20.23 km
Pointe Nawounta / 20.23 km

Comment

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0.7

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: EMSC (Automatic)

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Depth: 198.62 km
Source: USGS (Confirmed)

4.4

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4.9

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Depth: 118.80 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)