M6.3 earthquake: Port-Olry, Vanuatu
According to USGS, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck near Port-Olry, Vanuatu on October 20, 2026. It was recorded at 03:20 PM GMT+11 at a depth of 16 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M6.3
mww · Strong
Depth
16 km
Shallow
Time (UTC)
04:20:38 AM
October 20, 2026
Local time
03:20 PM
October 20, 2026 · GMT+11
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4.9 | 10 km | Port-Olry, Vanuatu · 184 km NW | 17 km | USGS | |
| M4.9 | 10 km | Port-Olry, Vanuatu · 199 km NW | 2 km | USGS | |
| M5.2 | 10 km | Port-Olry, Vanuatu · 206 km NW | 15 km |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 131 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M6.8 earthquake on October 8, 2009.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 20, 2026 earthquake near Port-Olry, Vanuatu?
The earthquake occurred near Port-Olry, Vanuatu at 13.991° S, 165.589° E, at a depth of 16 km.
How strong was the earthquake near Port-Olry, 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 Port-Olry, Vanuatu?
Since this earthquake, 3 earthquakes have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M5.2.