M5.1 earthquake: Levuka, Fiji
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck near Levuka, Fiji on October 8, 2026. It was recorded at 10:07 PM GMT+12 at a depth of 602 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M5.1
mb · Moderate
Depth
602 km
Deep
Time (UTC)
10:07:28 AM
October 8, 2026
Local time
10:07 PM
October 8, 2026 · GMT+12
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 328 km from Suva.
- Suva · 328 km E
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.5.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.5 | 554 km | Levuka, Fiji · 254 km ENE | 46 km | USGS |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 1,811 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M8.2 earthquake on August 19, 2018.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 8, 2026 earthquake near Levuka, Fiji?
The earthquake occurred near Levuka, Fiji at 18.015° S, 178.454° W, at a depth of 602 km. The nearest town was Suva, about 328 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Levuka, Fiji?
USGS reported a magnitude of mb 5.1 (moderate). How strongly it was felt, and any damage, also depend on depth, distance from the epicenter and local ground conditions.
Were there aftershocks after the earthquake near Levuka, Fiji?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M4.5.