Update: 5.0 magnitude earthquake strikes near Isangel, Vanuatu on Nov. 2

Published Nov 26, 2025

Sunday morning, a 5.0 magnitude quake was recorded close to Isangel, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A tremor rattled the area at 22:10 UTC (09:10 local time). The earthquake’s epicenter was situated approximately 47 km east-southeast of Isangel and occurred at a depth of 242 km. Seismologists first reported it as a 4.8 event, but later upgraded it to 5.0.

Did you feel it?

If you noticed the quake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey