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Light earthquake occurs near Matei Taveuni
No threat of a tsunami

Light earthquake occurs near Matei Taveuni

No threat of a tsunami

By Vijay Narayan
16/10/2023
Photo: Mineral Resources Department Seismology Unit

A light earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter Scale occurred at a shallow depth source of 8 kilometres at a location 74 kilometres North East from Matei, Taveuni earlier tonight.

The quake occurred at about 8.46pm, and it was felt along the Vanua Levu area.

The Mineral Resources Department's Seismology Unit says the quake does not pose any immediate tsunami threat to the region.

For further information and queries, you are advised to contact the Seismology Unit of the Mineral Resources Department on landline 3381611 or mobile 9906165.

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