Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 237 km SSW of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 237 km SSW of ‘Ohonua, Tonga at Aug 12, 2026, 20:58 UTC, at a depth of 35 km. The epicentre was 254 km (158 mi) S of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 12, 2026, 20:58 UTC |
| Depth | 35.0 km |
| Coordinates | -23.375, -175.681 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
Nearest cities
02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 144 km SSW of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 93 km / 58 mi | depth 35 km | |
| 4.6 | 293 km SSW of Houma, Tonga | 88 km / 55 mi | depth 94 km | |
| 4.3 | south of Tonga | 75 km / 46 mi | depth 35 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.