Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.2 earthquake 279 km SW of Houma, Tonga
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 279 km SW of Houma, Tonga at Oct 1, 2026, 04:41 UTC, at a depth of 258 km. The epicentre was 290 km (180 mi) SW of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.2 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 1, 2026, 04:41 UTC |
| Depth | 257.5 km |
| Coordinates | -22.833, -177.343 |
| Felt reports | 0 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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