M 6.7 - 98 km E of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

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The forum discussion centers on the M 6.7 earthquake that occurred 98 km east of Port-Olry, Vanuatu, on November 22, 2023, at 04:47:33 UTC. The earthquake struck at a depth of 22.5 km, with coordinates 14.985°S and 167.983°E. Participants express concern about the potential for damage, although the magnitude is considered manageable. The event highlights the seismic activity in northern Vanuatu, particularly near Santo.

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M 6.7 - 98 km E of Port-Olry, Vanuatu

M 6.7 - 98 km E of Port-Olry, Vanuatu ( northern Vanuatu ~ 100km E of Santo)​

  • 2023-11-22 04:47:33 (UTC)
  • 14.985°S 167.983°E
  • 22.5 km depth
from my seismo .....

231122 0447UT M6.7 E of Santo nthrn Vanuatu zhi2.gif
 
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Mag 6.7!? I hope that's small enough to avoid any major damage anywhere!
 
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