Oct. 19: Earthquake measuring 5.2 shakes region close to Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Published Oct 19, 2026

EAST SANTO, Sanma Province — A 5.2 magnitude quake occurred near Port-Olry on Monday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

At 08:21 UTC (19:21 local time), a tremor hit the area at a depth of 10 km, with its epicenter about 211 km west-northwest of Port-Olry.

Did you feel it?

You can let the USGS know if you felt the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.

Past week’s quake

Another magnitude 5.9 tremor was recorded in the region, with the event also close to Port-Olry prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey