🌎 EarthquakesSignificant

M 4.8 - 51 km NNE of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Time
7/20/2026, 12:53:50 PM UTC
Coordinates
-14.635, 167.300
Data source
usgs
Magnitude
4.8
Depth (km)
172.259

Event timeline

  1. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:30:51 GMT
    SignificantM 4.8 - 51 km NNE of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

Snapshots are recorded when the event first appears or its severity changes.

🧰 What to do

Before

  • Secure heavy furniture and water heaters to walls
  • Identify safe spots: under sturdy tables, against interior walls
  • Keep a kit: water, food, flashlight, first aid, whistle

During

  • Drop, Cover, and Hold On — don't run outside during shaking
  • In bed? Stay there, cover your head with a pillow
  • Driving? Pull over away from buildings, bridges, and wires

After

  • Expect aftershocks — Drop, Cover, Hold On each time
  • Check for gas leaks; if you smell gas, leave and shut it off
  • Near the coast after strong shaking? Move to high ground (tsunami risk)

Guidance condensed from Ready.gov

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