Magnitude
4.8
Lata, Solomon Islands
Nov 10, 2026 at 15:52 UTC
Depth
48.333 km
Coordinates
-10.8979°, 165.7366°
Earthquake location and epicenter ·
Source: USGS ·
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Event ID:
us7000txbj
Earthquake Magnitude Scale
How strong is this earthquake?
M2.0–3.9
Minor
Usually not felt
This Earthquake (M4.8)
M4.0–4.9
Light
Often felt; minor shaking
M5.0–5.9
Moderate
Can cause damage nearby
M6.0–6.9
Strong
Potentially damaging
M7.0–7.9
Major
Can cause serious damage
M8.0+
Great
Can cause widespread damage
Magnitude describes earthquake size, not the shaking intensity at a particular location. Effects vary by depth, distance, and local conditions.
