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Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.5M, Depth:641.812km) in Fiji 26/10/2026 10:13 UTC, 2 thousand in 100km.

On 10/26/2026 10:13:01 AM, an earthquake occurred in Fiji potentially affecting 2 thousand in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 5.5M, Depth:641.812km.

In plain language

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred deep under the islands of Fiji on October 26, 2026. Because it happened over 600 kilometers below the surface, it is considered a very deep event that is unlikely to cause damage.

What is a earthquake? Earthquakes happen when large pieces of Earth's outer shell, called tectonic plates, suddenly shift or slip past one another. This movement releases energy that travels through the ground as waves. Most earthquakes occur along cracks called faults where pressure builds up over time until the rocks finally break or move.

If you feel the ground shake, remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy piece of furniture until the vibration stops.

Location
Fiji
Started
Mon, 26 Oct 2026
Last updated
2026-10-26 17:08
Severity
โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹โ—‹ (2/5)
Confidence
60/100
Population in zone
3137

This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.

Timeline

10-26 11:09
Detected via GDACS feed โ€” Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.5M, Depth:641.812km) in Fiji 26/10/2026 10:13 UTC, 2 thousand in 100km.โ€” GDACS

Sources

GDACSTier 1 ยท Official

Disaster alerts sourced from GDACS (Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System) โ€” European Union, CC BY 4.0.

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