Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 153 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 153 km ENE of Hicks Bay, New Zealand at Sep 28, 2026, 06:37 UTC, at a depth of 10 km. The epicentre was 252 km (157 mi) NE of Gisborne.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 28, 2026, 06:37 UTC |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Coordinates | -36.848, 179.746 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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