Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.5 earthquake 61 km N of Hihifo, Tonga
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck 61 km N of Hihifo, Tonga at Oct 10, 2026, 08:38 UTC, at a depth of 79 km. The epicentre was 278 km (173 mi) SW of Apia.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.5 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 10, 2026, 08:38 UTC |
| Depth | 79.4 km |
| Coordinates | -15.397, -173.782 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 | 104 km NNE of Hihifo, Tonga | 57 km / 35 mi | depth 23 km | |
| 4.8 | 88 km WNW of Hihifo, Tonga | 90 km / 56 mi | depth 157 km | |
| 5.2 | 92 km NNE of Hihifo, Tonga | 52 km / 32 mi | depth 10 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.