5.7Moderate

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

Magnitude
M5.7
Moderate
Depth
37.1 km
below surface
Coordinates
16.0064ยฐS, 166.9182ยฐE
epicenter
Felt Reports
2
DYFI responses
Max Intensity (CDI)
3.4
Community Internet Intensity
Shakemap MMI
4.6
Modified Mercalli Intensity

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.

M5.7 Moderate Earthquake - 51 km W of Norsup, Vanuatu | USGS