3
Moderate
Earthquake Risk in Suva, Fiji
Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10
Risk: 3Historical: 8
Key Risk Factors
- 27 events recorded in proximity in recent decades
- 3 event(s) in the last 12 months
Last significant event: Earthquake - 5.3 - 247 km WNW of Lautoka, Fiji (2021-11-24)
Highest Risk Cities for Earthquakes
Suva is not in the top 10 for earthquake risk among tracked cities.
How Suva Compares
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Notable Earthquake Events Near Suva
5.1 - 102km SSE of Suva, Fiji
October 12, 2013 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.7 - 90km SSW of Suva, Fiji
October 18, 2019 — WATCH
Impact data not available
5.4 - Fiji
November 8, 2009 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.3 - 247 km WNW of Lautoka, Fiji
November 23, 2021 — ADVISORY
Impact data not available
Earthquake - 5.8 - Fiji region
June 18, 2021 — WATCH
Impact data not available
Earthquake Preparedness Tips
- 1.Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls
- 2.Create a family earthquake plan with meeting points
- 3.Keep an emergency kit with water, food, flashlight, and first aid supplies
- 4.Learn how to shut off gas, water, and electricity
- 5.Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On drills regularly
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