First published Oct 24, 2026, 3:41:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 24, 2026, 3:41:15 AM UTC

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M 5.2 earthquake - 202 km NW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reports a magnitude 5.2 earthquake 202 km northwest of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, at coordinates -13.8805, 165.6161. The reported depth was 10 km and the USGS tsunami flag was 0.

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Affected location: 202 km NW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu
Magnitude 5.2

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