M5.5 earthquake: Port-Olry, Vanuatu
According to USGS, a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck near Port-Olry, Vanuatu on October 24, 2026. It was recorded at 05:43 PM GMT+11 at a depth of 195 km.
Magnitude and location may later be revised by USGS.
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Magnitude
M5.5
mww · Moderate
Depth
195 km
Intermediate
Time (UTC)
06:43:09 AM
October 24, 2026
Local time
05:43 PM
October 24, 2026 · GMT+11
Nearest towns and cities
The epicenter was about 366 km from Port Vila.
- Port Vila · 366 km N
Earthquakes recorded nearby afterwards
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M6.1.
| Time (UTC) | Magnitude | Depth | Location | Distance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M6.1 | 116 km | Port-Olry, Vanuatu · 25 km ENE | 45 km | USGS |
Earthquake history of the area
From 1990 until this earthquake, 1,530 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded within 100 km of the epicenter. The largest was an M7.3 earthquake on March 30, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the October 24, 2026 earthquake near Port-Olry, Vanuatu?
The earthquake occurred near Port-Olry, Vanuatu at 14.592° S, 167.306° E, at a depth of 195 km. The nearest town was Port Vila, about 366 km away.
How strong was the earthquake near Port-Olry, Vanuatu?
USGS reported a magnitude of mww 5.5 (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 Port-Olry, Vanuatu?
Since this earthquake, 1 earthquake have been recorded within 50 km of the epicenter; the largest was M6.1.