Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 66 km NW of Houma, Tonga
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 66 km NW of Houma, Tonga at Aug 6, 2026, 06:44 UTC, at a depth of 113 km. The epicentre was 73 km (46 mi) WNW of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 6, 2026, 06:44 UTC |
| Depth | 113.4 km |
| Coordinates | -20.830, -175.826 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 47 km NW of Houma, Tonga | 20 km / 13 mi | depth 94 km | |
| 4.6 | 113 km WNW of Houma, Tonga | 53 km / 33 mi | depth 205 km | |
| 4.5 | 100 km W of Houma, Tonga | 49 km / 30 mi | depth 195 km | |
| 4.6 | 97 km WSW of Houma, Tonga | 81 km / 50 mi | depth 147 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.