M4.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Port-Vila, Vanuatu

Port-Vila, Vanuatu — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck near Port-Vila, Vanuatu on Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

What happened: The quake hit at 6:04 PM CDT (9:04 AM local time Friday in Vanuatu), centered about 59 kilometers southwest of Port-Vila at a depth of 10 kilometers. A depth that shallow can make shaking feel stronger near the epicenter.

Impacts: No tsunami warning was issued for this quake, and no felt reports or damage reports were listed by USGS at the time of this report. Shaking may have been felt lightly in Port-Vila and nearby communities on Efate island.

What to do:

- If shaking starts, drop, cover and hold on under sturdy furniture until it stops.

- Check your home for hazards like broken glass, gas smells and cracked walls.

- Stay alert for aftershocks, which can follow in the hours after a quake.

- Do not enter damaged buildings until they have been checked.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 29, 2026.