Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.9 earthquake 62 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck 62 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand at May 9, 2026, 21:52 UTC, at a depth of 227 km. The epicentre was 83 km (52 mi) W of Taupo. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.9 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | May 9, 2026, 21:52 UTC |
| Depth | 227.2 km |
| Coordinates | -38.790, 175.135 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 | 46 km SSE of Otorohanga, New Zealand | 32 km / 20 mi | depth 284 km | |
| 5.0 | 4 km ENE of Inglewood, New Zealand | 87 km / 54 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.1 | 50 km W of Turangi, New Zealand | 18 km / 11 mi | depth 20 km | |
| 4.5 | 43 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand | 20 km / 12 mi | depth 177 km | |
| 5.7 | 48 km W of Turangi, New Zealand | 22 km / 14 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.