First published Oct 24, 2026, 3:06:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 24, 2026, 3:06:15 AM UTC

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M 6.9 earthquake - 197 km WNW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Reported by USGS M2.5+ Earthquakes, Past Day

USGS reports a magnitude 6.9 earthquake 197 km WNW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, at a depth of 10 km and coordinates -14.0558, 165.5455. The excerpt also reports a Green PAGER alert and one felt report.

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Affected location: 197 km WNW of Port-Olry, Vanuatu
Magnitude 6.9
Depth 10 km

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