Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 98 km ESE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 98 km ESE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand at May 23, 2026, 15:25 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 131 km (81 mi) ENE of Gisborne.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | May 23, 2026, 15:25 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -38.029, 179.280 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 56 km S of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 89 km / 55 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.8 | 69 km NE of Mangapapa, New Zealand | 63 km / 39 mi | depth 26 km | |
| 4.9 | 146 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 97 km / 60 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.