Suva, Fiji — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck deep beneath the South Pacific south of the Fiji Islands on Friday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reports.

What happened:

The quake hit at 12:55 PM Central Time on Friday, November 13. The Geological Survey placed the epicenter in the ocean south of the Fiji Islands, at a depth of about 563 kilometers, roughly 350 miles down. A quake this deep usually shakes the surface far less than a shallow one of the same size.

Impacts:

No tsunami warning was issued for this quake. No reports of shaking or damage had come in yet, and no injuries were reported. The Geological Survey will update its felt reports as people in the region check in.

What to do:

If you felt shaking, drop, cover, and hold on until it stops, then check your home for hazards like gas leaks or broken glass before you move around. Stay alert for aftershocks, which can follow a quake like this one. If you are near the coast and feel strong shaking, move to higher ground right away and follow the guidance of local officials.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), November 13, 2026.