Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.0 earthquake 32 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck 32 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand at Sep 27, 2026, 20:49 UTC, at a depth of 151 km. The epicentre was 33 km (20 mi) N of Whakatane.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.0 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 27, 2026, 20:49 UTC |
| Depth | 151.3 km |
| Coordinates | -37.665, 177.008 |
| 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 | 83 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand | 55 km / 34 mi | depth 133 km | |
| 4.3 | 24 km WNW of Hicks Bay, New Zealand | 95 km / 59 mi | depth 67 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.