M5.1 Earthquake 67 km N of Labasa, Fiji — April 26, 2026
2026-04-26 18:02:08 UTC (2026-04-26) · approx. 6:02 AM UTC+12 local
On April 26, 2026 at 18:02 UTC, a magnitude 5.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 67 km N of Labasa, Fiji, at a depth of 10.0 km and coordinates -15.8268°, 179.4346°. This earthquake was detected by 29 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 400, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 674 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 2.0 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
The epicenter is located in Fiji, a region characterized by the Fiji Fracture Zone at the junction of the Pacific and Australian plates, with deep-focus seismicity from the subducted slab. View all earthquakes in Fiji.
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Earthquake Details
179.4346°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.1 earthquake near Labasa, Fiji?
The magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck 67 km N of Labasa, Fiji on April 26, 2026 at 18:02 UTC had a depth of 10.0 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -15.8268°, 179.4346°, which is 67 km N of Labasa, Fiji. View all earthquakes in Fiji.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.1 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000sgwe). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, April 26, 2026). M5.1 Earthquake 67 km N of Labasa, Fiji — April 26, 2026. Retrieved June 4, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000sgwe/