Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 121 km NW of Fangale’ounga, Tonga
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 121 km NW of Fangale’ounga, Tonga at Oct 2, 2026, 12:23 UTC, at a depth of 114 km. The epicentre was 233 km (145 mi) N of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 2, 2026, 12:23 UTC |
| Depth | 114.2 km |
| Coordinates | -19.038, -175.205 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 159 km W of Neiafu, Tonga | 71 km / 44 mi | depth 257 km | |
| 5.5 | 122 km W of Neiafu, Tonga | 36 km / 22 mi | depth 195 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.