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M 5.4 - 82 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu

Time
9/2/2026, 9:22:08 PM UTC
Coordinates
-20.279, 169.401
Data source
usgs
Magnitude
5.4
Depth (km)
93
Alert level
Green — no significant impact expected

Event timeline

  1. 9/2/2026, 11:46:05 PM UTC
    SignificantM 5.4 - 82 km S of Isangel, Vanuatu
  2. 9/2/2026, 10:03:00 PM UTC
    SignificantM 5.4 - 83 km S of Isangel, 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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