Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M4.6 earthquake 267 km WNW of Houma, Tonga
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck 267 km WNW of Houma, Tonga at Oct 10, 2026, 12:21 UTC, at a depth of 557 km. The epicentre was 275 km (171 mi) WNW of Nuku'alofa.
Details
| Magnitude | 4.6 mb |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 10, 2026, 12:21 UTC |
| Depth | 557.4 km |
| Coordinates | -19.940, -177.508 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | Fiji region | 60 km / 37 mi | depth 572 km | |
| 4.6 | 260 km WNW of Houma, Tonga | 52 km / 32 mi | depth 513 km |
USGS can revise magnitude and location after the first report. See magnitude vs intensity and aftershocks.