First published Oct 27, 2026, 10:41:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 27, 2026, 10:41:15 AM UTC

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M 5 earthquake - 206 km NW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reports a magnitude-5 earthquake 206 km northwest of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, at a depth of 10 km. The source reports a tsunami flag of 0 and gives no impact details.

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Affected location: 206 km NW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu
Magnitude 5
Depth 10 km

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