Isangel, Vanuatu — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck in the waters west-northwest of Isangel, Vanuatu, on Thursday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

What happened: The quake hit at 7:37 p.m. Central Time, centered about 58 kilometers west-northwest of Isangel at a depth of about 83 kilometers. The shaking was centered offshore in the southern Vanuatu island chain, in the South Pacific east of Australia.

Impacts: The USGS has not reported any damage from this earthquake, and no tsunami warning was issued. No felt reports have been posted so far. The quake struck deep underground, which often limits shaking at the surface.

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, heavy furniture, and anything that could fall.

• - Check for hazards like gas leaks or damaged wiring before turning utilities back on.

• - Be ready for aftershocks, which can follow a quake like this in the hours and days ahead.

• Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 5, 2026.