M5.5 earthquake strikes Fiji region, deep focus, no damage expected

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the Fiji region at a depth of 469.88 km. The USGS PAGER system issued a GREEN alert, indicating low likelihood of casualties or damage. Deep-focus quakes in this subduction zone are common and typically pose minimal threat.

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