Earthquake 82 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu (5.1 mww) (2025-09-17 12:02:38 UTC)
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck on 82 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu, at 2025-09-17 12:02:38 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mww and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 82 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu
Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake
Very Strong Earthquake
Action
Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.
Magnitudo (mww)
5.1
Confirmed
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_us7000qwnk
Nearest Places
- Potnimpil / 67.45 km
- Pointe Iarropoewi / 67.45 km
- Pointe Ountovin / 67.53 km
- Bouniakoup / 68.72 km
- Soulé / 68.88 km
Comment
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