Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.0 earthquake 40 km NE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck 40 km NE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga at Sep 26, 2026, 14:33 UTC, at a depth of 22 km. The epicentre was 56 km (35 mi) E of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Sep 26, 2026, 14:33 UTC |
| Depth | 22.2 km |
| Coordinates | -21.090, -174.667 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.2 | 71 km ESE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 63 km / 39 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 4.6 | 104 km ENE of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 70 km / 43 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 5.0 | 71 km E of ‘Ohonua, Tonga | 55 km / 34 mi | depth 10 km | |
| 5.4 | 76 km S of Pangai, Tonga | 82 km / 51 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.