Green earthquake (Magnitude 6.6M, Depth:10km) in Vanuatu 20/10/2026 04:20 UTC, No people affected in 100km.
On 10/20/2026 4:20:37 AM, an earthquake occurred in Vanuatu potentially affecting No people affected in 100km. The earthquake had Magnitude 6.6M, Depth:10km.
A strong magnitude 6.6 earthquake occurred near Vanuatu on October 20, 2026. This event is considered low risk because it happened in a remote area where no people live within 100 kilometers.
What is a earthquake? Earthquakes happen when large pieces of Earth’s crust, called tectonic plates, suddenly slip past each other. These plates are always moving slowly, but sometimes they get stuck. When the pressure builds up and finally releases, it sends out waves of energy through the ground that we feel as shaking.
If you feel the ground shake, remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy table until the shaking stops.
This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.
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