M6.3 earthquake: Norsup, Vanuatu
According to USGS, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck near Norsup, Vanuatu on October 8, 2026. It was recorded at 08:00 PM GMT+11 at a depth of 10 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M6.3
mww · Strong
Depth
10 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
09:00:07 AM
October 8, 2026
Local time
08:00 PM
October 8, 2026 · GMT+11
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 244 km from Port Vila.
- Port Vila · 244 km N
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 3 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.8 | 10 km | Norsup, Vanuatu · 110 km NE | 7 km | USGS | |
| M5.2 | 10 km | Norsup, Vanuatu · 101 km NE | 3 km | USGS | |
| M4.5 | 10 km | Norsup, Vanuatu · 128 km ENE | 27 km |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 854 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.5 earthquake on November 26, 1999.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 8, 2026 earthquake near Norsup, Vanuatu?
The earthquake occurred near Norsup, Vanuatu at 15.541° S, 168.189° E, at a depth of 10 km. The nearest town was Port Vila, about 244 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Norsup, Vanuatu?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 6.3 (strong). 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 Norsup, Vanuatu?
Since this earthquake, 3 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.