Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.8 earthquake 69 km NE of Mangapapa, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck 69 km NE of Mangapapa, New Zealand at Aug 6, 2026, 21:17 UTC, at a depth of 26 km. The epicentre was 71 km (44 mi) NE of Gisborne.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.8 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 6, 2026, 21:17 UTC |
| Depth | 26.3 km |
| Coordinates | -38.212, 178.600 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 24 km WNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 94 km / 58 mi | depth 67 km | |
| 4.4 | 56 km S of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 31 km / 20 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.