Update: Earthquake of 5.2 magnitude detected near Isangel, Vanuatu on Sept. 8

Published Sep 30, 2026

A 5.2 magnitude quake occurred near Isangel around midday Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

A tremor struck the area at 00:52 UTC (11:52 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was about 100 km east-southeast of Isangel and occurred at a depth of 10 km. The magnitude was originally reported as 5.1 but later upgraded to 5.2.

Did you feel it?

Those who experienced the quake are encouraged to report it through the USGS Felt Report form.

Tremors past week

Last week, three earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or above have been registered in the region. The strongest, a 5.6 magnitude quake, shook in the same region on Sep. 6.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey