6.1Strong
M 6.1 - 105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu
105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu
March 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM UTC
Seismic Data
Magnitude
M6.1
Strong
Depth
10.0 km
below surface
Coordinates
19.2783ยฐS, 168.3207ยฐE
epicenter
Felt Reports
0
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
1.0
Community Internet Intensity
Shakemap MMI
4.2
Modified Mercalli Intensity
About This Earthquake
This was a strong earthquake registering M6.1 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu at a depth of 10.0 km below the surface.
The earthquake occurred on March 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000shnl.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu earthquake?
This was a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause significant structural damage.
Where was the 105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 105 km WNW of Isangel, Vanuatu at a depth of 10.0 km.