Levuka, Fiji — A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck deep beneath the Pacific Ocean east of Levuka, Fiji, on Thursday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened:

The quake hit at 8:26 PM Central time, centered about 278 kilometers — roughly 173 miles — east of Levuka, on Fiji's island of Ovalau. It struck at a depth of about 527 kilometers, more than 320 miles below the surface, which is far deeper than most earthquakes people feel. The USGS lists the shaking as a magnitude 4.5 event in the waters east of Fiji.

Impacts:

Because the quake was so deep and so far offshore, no shaking was reported on land, and the USGS recorded no felt reports. No damage has been reported, and no tsunami warning was issued for the region.

What to do:

If you ever feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy table or desk, and hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows and anything that could fall. After a quake, check for hazards like gas leaks or damaged wiring, and be ready for aftershocks.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 12, 2026.