Port-Olry, Vanuatu — A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck in the South Pacific near Vanuatu early this morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened:

The quake hit at 6:45 AM Central Time on Wednesday, November 11 (11:45 PM local time in Vanuatu), centered about 62 kilometers, or roughly 39 miles, north-northeast of Port-Olry. The U.S. Geological Survey put the quake at a depth of about 149 kilometers, or roughly 93 miles, below the surface.

Impacts:

No damage has been reported. No tsunami warning was issued. No one has reported feeling the shaking to the Geological Survey so far. Earthquakes this deep usually cause less shaking at the surface than shallow quakes of the same size.

What to do:

If you 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 heavy objects that could fall. Check your home for gas leaks, broken water lines and cracks in walls or foundations. Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow in the hours and days after a quake.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 11, 2026.