Port-Olry, Vanuatu — A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck in the waters northwest of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, early Tuesday morning Central time.

What happened:

The quake hit at 3:55 AM Central Time on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, centered about 200 kilometers northwest of Port-Olry at a shallow depth of about 10 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey rated the shaking in the area as light to moderate.

Impacts:

No tsunami warning was issued for this quake, and the USGS green alert level indicates a low likelihood of widespread damage or casualties. No damage reports were available at the time of this report.

What to do:

- Drop, cover, and hold on during shaking, and stay clear of windows and heavy objects that could fall.

- After the shaking stops, check for hazards such as broken glass, gas leaks, and damaged power lines before moving around.

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

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 27, 2026.