Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.7 earthquake 123 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck 123 km S of ‘Ohonua, Tonga at Aug 17, 2026, 00:26 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 148 km (92 mi) S of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.7 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Aug 17, 2026, 00:26 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -22.456, -174.985 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
01 — Nearby
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02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | 144 km SSW of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 49 km / 30 mi | depth 35 km |
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