Earthquake · Reviewed by USGS
M5.5 earthquake 122 km W of Neiafu, Tonga
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck 122 km W of Neiafu, Tonga at Oct 12, 2026, 04:38 UTC, at a depth of 195 km. The epicentre was 268 km (167 mi) N of Nuku'alofa. 1 people reported feeling it to USGS.
Details
| Magnitude | 5.5 mww |
|---|---|
| Time | Oct 12, 2026, 04:38 UTC |
| Depth | 195.2 km |
| Coordinates | -18.723, -175.145 |
| Felt reports | 1 |
| Tsunami flag | None |
| Source | USGS event page |
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02 — Around it
Other earthquakes within 100 km
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 159 km W of Neiafu, Tonga | 46 km / 29 mi | depth 257 km |
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