4.5Light

M 4.5 - south of the Fiji Islands

south of the Fiji Islands

March 26, 2026 at 5:05 AM UTC

Seismic Data

Magnitude
M4.5
Light
Depth
538.5 km
below surface
Coordinates
24.9332ยฐS, 179.8168ยฐW
epicenter

About This Earthquake

This was a light earthquake registering M4.5 on the moment magnitude scale. It struck at south of the Fiji Islands at a depth of 538.5 km below the surface.

The earthquake occurred on March 26, 2026 at 5:05 AM UTC. View the full USGS event page for detailed waveform data, station information, and ShakeMap products: USGS Event us7000s7lv.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong was the south of the Fiji Islands earthquake?

This was a light earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5. Earthquakes of this magnitude are felt by many but usually cause little damage.

Where was the south of the Fiji Islands earthquake felt?

The earthquake occurred at south of the Fiji Islands at a depth of 538.5 km.

M4.5 Light Earthquake - south of the Fiji Islands | USGS