M 5.7 - 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu
51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu
March 21, 2026 at 12:21 PM UTC
Seismic Data
About This Earthquake
This was a moderate earthquake registering M5.7 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu at a depth of 37.1 km below the surface.
2 people submitted felt reports to the USGS Did You Feel It? system, indicating the earthquake was perceptible across a significant area.
The earthquake occurred on March 21, 2026 at 12:21 PM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us6000si17.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong was the 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu earthquake?
This was a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause minor to moderate damage.
Where was the 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu earthquake felt?
The earthquake occurred at 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu at a depth of 37.1 km. A total of 2 people submitted felt reports.