M4.5 Earthquake 30 km NNE of Nasinu, Fiji — June 5, 2026
2026-06-05 22:08:11 UTC (3 hours ago) · approx. 10:08 AM UTC+12 local
On June 5, 2026 at 22:08 UTC, a magnitude 4.5 deep-focus earthquake struck 30 km NNE of Nasinu, Fiji, at a depth of 562.1 km and coordinates -17.8045°, 178.6006°. This earthquake was detected by 59 seismic stations with good location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 312, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 85 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 767 m — 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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178.6006°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Nasinu, Fiji?
The magnitude 4.5 earthquake that struck 30 km NNE of Nasinu, Fiji on June 5, 2026 at 22:08 UTC had a depth of 562.1 km. For context, this was a light earthquake commonly felt near the epicenter.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -17.8045°, 178.6006°, which is 30 km NNE of Nasinu, Fiji. View all earthquakes in Fiji.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 4.5 earthquakes can continue for several days 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: us7000sr0c). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 5, 2026). M4.5 Earthquake 30 km NNE of Nasinu, Fiji — June 5, 2026. Retrieved June 6, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000sr0c/